Robert James Purkiss
Robert James Purkiss, a 38-year-old former British soldier from Greater Manchester, has been accused of the murder of Kenyan woman Agnes Wanjiru, whose body was discovered in 2012 after she went missing following a night out. Purkiss, who served as a medic in the Duke of Lancaster’s regiment, faces extradition to Kenya to face charges related to Wanjiru's death, which has been the subject of numerous investigations. The recent identification of Purkiss as a suspect marks a significant development in a case that has deeply affected Wanjiru's family, who have sought justice for over a decade.
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Robert James Purkiss, a former British soldier, has been arrested in the UK over his alleged role in the murder of Agnes Wanjiru.
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Robert James Purkiss was arrested in connection with the alleged murder of Agnes Wanjiru.
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Robert James Purkiss is linked to the murder of Agnes Wanjiru and is to be extradited for trial.
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Robert Purkiss: From war medic to prime suspect in the murder of WanjiruKenya· 2025-09-22Robert James Purkiss is a former British soldier who has been issued an arrest warrant in connection with Agnes Wanjiru's case.
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Robert James Purkiss is a British soldier accused of murdering Agnes Wanjiru.
British soldier accused of murdering Kenyan woman Agnes Wanjiru named | UK newsUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-21