The High Court has deferred the plea taking of Kennedy Kalombotole after his defence team raised objections to a medical report declaring him fit to stand trial.

Kalombotole’s lawyers argued that the report was superficial and lacked critical details, such as when and how the accused was examined. They contended that the conclusions did not adhere to the standard medical assessment procedures and failed to outline the methodology used to arrive at the findings.

Addressing the court, Kalombotole Lawyer said, “People on the street have asked why the case is continuing yet the guy is insane, we are requesting a further, more thorough examination.”

The defence requested that a comprehensive and detailed mental evaluation be conducted. They insisted that the accused should have been observed multiple times over a specified period to accurately determine his mental state.

Additionally, the defence informed the court that both officers at the remand facility and members of the public had expressed concerns regarding Kalombotole’s mental stability.

In response to these objections, the court announced that it would deliver a ruling on whether a second mental examination should be conducted. The ruling is scheduled for October 22.