The FBI has returned to the Moscow, Idaho home where four college students were allegedly killed by Bryan Kohberger in November 2022. The victims, University of Idaho students Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen, and Ethan Chapin, were killed when Kohberger entered the home at around 4 a.m. Kohberger’s trial, which was initially scheduled for October, has been significantly delayed after he waived his right to a speedy trial during an August court hearing. In light of the extended trial timeline, the FBI is now gathering documentation to construct visual and audio exhibits, as well as a physical model of the home where the murders took place.
The University of Idaho has granted access to the King Road house to the prosecution and investigators, as requested. The FBI plans to gather their own measurements and images now that the personal property has been removed from the premises. The visual displays, which take months to build, were not feasible under the original timeline of an October trial. The university has also announced its intention to demolish the house, but this will not happen during the current semester.
The decision to demolish the house has faced criticism from the families of the victims and survivors. Attorney Shanon Gray, representing Kaylee Goncalves’ family, believes that the house holds critical evidence to the case and has expressed concern over the university’s decision to proceed with demolition. Gray argues that the home itself is an important piece of evidence and should be preserved.
The FBI’s return to the crime scene aims to gather further evidence and create visual and audio exhibits as well as a physical model of the home. The investigation and trial surrounding the tragic quadruple murder continue, with the focus on ensuring a thorough examination of the crime scene and the pursuit of justice for the victims.
