Idaho judge declines to throw out genetic evidence in University of Idaho killings
- A judge has allowed genetic evidence against Bryan Kohberger to remain in his murder trial related to the University of Idaho student killings, rejecting the defense's arguments for dismissal based on privacy rights.
- DNA found on a knife sheath linked Kohberger to the crime scene, leading to his identification through Investigative Genetic Genealogy.
- Kohberger faces four counts of murder for the November 2022 stabbing deaths of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen, and Kaylee Goncalves.
- The trial is scheduled to begin in August 2025, with prosecutors indicating they may seek the death penalty if he is convicted.
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Unknown DNA in the Idaho Student Murders | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast
Vinnie Politan delves into the discovery of unknown DNA evidence at the scene of the Idaho student murders. This new DNA finding raises questions about its possible impact on the case against Bryan Kohberger, the primary suspect. Vinnie examines how this evidence could influence the defense’s strategy and the prosecution’s approach, considering the challenges it brings in linking Kohberger to the crime scene. To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE…
Judge declines to throw out genetic evidence in University of Idaho killings
BOISE -- A judge declined to throw out key evidence against the man charged with murder in connection with the killings of four University of Idaho students, saying Wednesday that the genetic investigation process that it hinges on was not unconstitutional.
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