MOSCOW, Idaho. (AP) — The trial for a man accused of stabbing four University of Idaho students to death late last year will not happen as scheduled on Oct. 2.
Bryan Kohberger waived his right to a speedy trial during an appearance in Latah County Court Wednesday afternoon, KTVB-TV reported. His attorney, Anne Taylor, spoke on his behalf, and said she may not be ready for the trial by October.
Bryan Kohberger is charged with four counts of murder in connection with the deaths of Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin at a house near the Moscow, Idaho, university campus last November.
Kohberger at the time was a graduate student studying criminology at Washington State University in neighboring Pullman, Washington. A not guilty plea was entered on his behalf earlier this year.
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Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson has said he intends to seek the death penalty. Taylor said Wednesday her team will file a motion to strike the death penalty, and will file another motion seeking to ban cameras in the courtroom.
Latah County District Judge John C. Judge asked Kohberger Wednesday if he was comfortable waiving his right to a speedy trial.
Kohberger responded, “Absolutely.”
Under Idaho law, a trial has to take place six months from an arraignment unless the defendant waives that right. Kohberger was arraigned on May 22 after being indicted by a grand jury.
A new trial date will be set after Kohberger’s next hearing scheduled for Sept. 1.
For many people, the true crime genre is pure entertainment and a way to pass the time. From Netflix documentaries to YouTube channels or podcasts… people love to take in a good true crime story – or cold case.
The brutal reality of a cold case
While the subject of a cold case can be a form of entertainment for some, the harsh reality is that this is real for the victims or victims.
These people have families and loved ones experiencing pain and heartache. The worst part of it all is that they have no answers and no closure.
It’s probably not something we consider as we binge through episodes of cold cases on our favorite streaming platforms. Meanwhile, law enforcement and detectives are feeling the pressure from the victim’s loved ones to find those responsible.
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Ada County Sheriff’s Office Closes A Cold Case
Recently, the Ada County Sheriff’s Office announced they solved a murder that took place forty years ago.
And while they have their suspect, they’re still looking for some answers…
After 44 Years, A Mysterious Idaho Murder Is Finally Solved
Ada County Sheriff’s Office has finally solved a cold case after 44 years.
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As we said, the Ada County Sheriff’s Office is still looking for answers.
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“We would like to talk to anyone who worked at the Sunliner Motel during the summer of 1980,” the Ada County Sheriff’s Office said in a post.
“We are also attempting to locate a friend of Mary’s, known only as Lisa, who may have been one of the last people to see her alive.”
If you have any information about the case, you’re encouraged to call 208-577-3102 or email Deputy L. Montague at lmontague@adacounty.id.gov.
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Held in their 12’x7′ cells 23 hours a day, these are the eight people currently on death row in Idaho. Idaho has performed three executions since 1977.
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Is This Unsolved Idaho Crime More Horrific Than Jeffrey Dahmer?
In 1979, 12-year-old Christina Lee White went missing in Asotin, Washington, and hasn’t been seen since. It was this disappearance that marked the beginning of what is known as the “Lewis Clark Valley murders” that plagued parts of Washington and Idaho from 1979 to 1982.
According to multiple press releases, Idaho State Police (ISP) responded to multiple incidents on Idaho roadways this past weekend, including two fatal accidents, and a typically routine stop that ended in an arrest and several felony charges. Below is a recap of the major events.
Fatal Crash Near Elk City Summit Rd. in Idaho County
On October 5, 2024, ISP and the Idaho County Sheriff’s Office responded to a single-vehicle crash near Elk City Summit Rd. The vehicle involved was a 2001 Ford F350 driven by a 57-year-old man from Nampa, Idaho.
Casualties and Injuries
A 41-year-old male passenger was pronounced dead at the scene, while a 67-year-old female passenger was airlifted to a local hospital. The driver sustained no injuries.
Seatbelt Usage and Road Conditions
While the female passenger was wearing a seatbelt, neither of the male occupants were. The crash resulted in a road closure for three and a half hours. Alcohol and speed were not considered contributing factors.
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Just after midnight on October 4, 2024, an ISP trooper stopped a vehicle on Interstate 15 for speeding. The vehicle was driven by a 46-year-old man who was later arrested for multiple offenses.
Discovery of Drugs and Firearm
During the stop, a K9 unit from the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office was deployed and alerted to narcotics. A search revealed 2.25 pounds of methamphetamine and a handgun.
Charges and Arrest
The driver was arrested on charges of DUI, methamphetamine trafficking, and possession of a firearm.
On October 4, 2024, a powerful dust storm caused a massive pileup involving over 60 vehicles on US Highway 95, south of Genesee, Idaho.
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Emergency Response and Road Closure
ISP and Nez Perce County Sheriff’s Office closed the highway, while local tow companies worked to clear the scene. The road was reopened after several hours of effort.
Injuries and Seatbelt Use
Though multiple injuries were reported, the use of seatbelts minimized the severity. Three individuals were transported to local hospitals, and most drivers were able to avoid additional crashes.
A two-vehicle collision occurred on October 4, 2024, at the intersection of State Highway 33 and Interstate 15. A 29-year-old man from Nampa driving a Honda Accord rear-ended a tractor-trailer.
Airlifted to Hospital
The driver of the Honda Accord was seriously injured, transported by air ambulance and succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital. The tractor-trailer driver, a 62-year-old man from Alberta, Canada, was unharmed.
Ongoing Investigation
The highway was blocked for three hours, and ISP continues to investigate the crash.
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Do You Recognize Any of Idaho’s 9 Most Wanted Criminals? (Updated August 2024)
Take a good look at these photos. Do you recognize any of them? If you do you can make submit tips to IDOC by clicking here or to local agencies through Crimestoppers.
IDAHO COUNTY, Idaho – A 41-year-old man is dead after the truck in which he was a passenger veered off the road early Saturday morning.
According to Idaho State Police, the crash took place at around 3 a.m. near Elk City Summit Road and Newsome Creek Road in Idaho County.
A 57-year-old man was driving his truck when the vehicle lost the ability to break, causing the truck to go off the road and up an embankment before flipping over.
The 41-year-old man was pronounced dead on scene, while another passenger was transported to the hospital and the driver sustained no injuries.
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