A student will be detained for seven days pending investigations into the Moi Girls School, Nairobi fire incident that left nine learners dead.
The Form One student appeared in the Milimani juvenile court Wednesday over suspicions of starting the fire.
Police said they are likely to prefer murder, arson and assault charges against the student once investigations are complete.
The prosecution told the court that the matter has raised public outrage and holding her in custody is good for her safety.
The prosecution added that upon request by the police, the mother availed a mobile phone and a laptop, which are among items submitted for forensic audit.
The police initially sought 10 days to complete the investigations but the family argued that they have been cooperating and the student should be released on bail pending investigations.
