Middle-aged woman arraigned in a Thika court for cybercrime.

A middle-aged woman who had been arrested for engaging in cybercrime-related offences has been released by a Thika Court on a sh. 100,000 bond.

Joyce Muchiri pleaded not guilty to the charges of cyber bullying contrary to Computer and Cybercrimes Act.

The court heard that on January 26, 2018, the accused insulted the Gladys Njoroge in Ruiru Sub-County by sending her nasty messages using a social site.

The prosecution led by Peninah Mwangi told the court that the offence was serious and requested the court to punish the accused.

Senior Resident Magistrate Grace Omuodho adjoined the case for mention on May 9 and hearing on June 15 2018 and released her on Sh.100,000 bond or a cash bail of sh. 50,000 with a Surety of a similar amount.