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A district court judge has set a June 2025 start date for the criminal trial of Bryan Kohberger, the suspect accused of the 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students. The trial, anticipated to last three months, will take place in Latah County, where the killings occurred.

During a hearing on Thursday, both the defense and prosecuting attorneys agreed to the proposed trial schedule. Latah County District Judge John Judge detailed the timeline, noting that it includes two weeks for jury selection, eight weeks for the trial itself, and an additional two weeks for the verdict, sentencing, and any other remaining matters.

Kohberger, 29, is charged with allegedly breaking into the off-campus home of University of Idaho students Kaylee Goncalves, 21, Madison Mogen, 21, and Xana Kernodle, 20, in November 2022. He is accused of fatally stabbing the three roommates along with Ethan Chapin, 20, who was Kernodle's boyfriend and present in the house at the time of the murders.

At the time of his arrest in Pennsylvania, about six weeks after the students were killed, Kohberger was a teaching assistant and Ph.D. candidate in criminology at Washington State University in Pullman, Washington. Pullman is a short drive from the University of Idaho campus in Moscow. Kohberger was extradited back to Idaho within weeks of his arrest and now faces charges including four counts of capital murder and one count of burglary.

The case has progressed slowly, with the recent scheduling hearing marking the first significant development in the legal proceedings for some time. Anne Taylor, Kohberger's public defender, reiterated that the defense does not support the trial being held in Latah County. Another hearing is set for August 29 to discuss a potential change of venue. Additionally, a deadline for the defense to file motions challenging the death penalty, which prosecutors are seeking, is set for September 5.

During an arraignment in May of the previous year, the judge entered not guilty pleas on Kohberger's behalf for all the charges brought against him. Kohberger appeared at the arraignment but did not respond when asked how he would plead.

Kohberger is currently being held without bond in Latah County.

### Bullet Points:

- **Trial Date Set**: The criminal trial of Bryan Kohberger is scheduled to start in June 2025.
- **Trial Duration**: The trial is expected to last three months, including jury selection, the trial itself, and verdict and sentencing.
- **Charges**: Kohberger faces four counts of capital murder and one count of burglary for the November 2022 killings of four University of Idaho students.
- **Defense Objections**: Kohberger's defense team opposes the trial taking place in Latah County and has a hearing scheduled to discuss a change of venue.
- **Not Guilty Pleas**: Not guilty pleas were entered on Kohberger's behalf during an arraignment in May of the previous year.
- **Custody Status**: Kohberger is being held without bond in Latah County.
- **Upcoming Hearings**: A hearing to discuss the trial venue is set for August 29, with a deadline for challenging the death penalty on September 5.

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A district court judge has set a June 2025 start date for the criminal trial of Bryan Kohberger, the suspect accused of the 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students. The trial, anticipated to last three months, will take place in Latah County, where the killings occurred.

During a hearing on Thursday, both the defense and prosecuting attorneys agreed to the proposed trial schedule. Latah County District Judge John Judge detailed the timeline, noting that it includes two weeks for jury selection, eight weeks for the trial itself, and an additional two weeks for the verdict, sentencing, and any other remaining matters.

Kohberger, 29, is charged with allegedly breaking into the off-campus home of University of Idaho students Kaylee Goncalves, 21, Madison Mogen, 21, and Xana Kernodle, 20, in November 2022. He is accused of fatally stabbing the three roommates along with Ethan Chapin, 20, who was Kernodle's boyfriend and present in the house at the time of the murders.

At the time of his arrest in Pennsylvania, about six weeks after the students were killed, Kohberger was a teaching assistant and Ph.D. candidate in criminology at Washington State University in Pullman, Washington. Pullman is a short drive from the University of Idaho campus in Moscow. Kohberger was extradited back to Idaho within weeks of his arrest and now faces charges including four counts of capital murder and one count of burglary.

The case has progressed slowly, with the recent scheduling hearing marking the first significant development in the legal proceedings for some time. Anne Taylor, Kohberger's public defender, reiterated that the defense does not support the trial being held in Latah County. Another hearing is set for August 29 to discuss a potential change of venue. Additionally, a deadline for the defense to file motions challenging the death penalty, which prosecutors are seeking, is set for September 5.

During an arraignment in May of the previous year, the judge entered not guilty pleas on Kohberger's behalf for all the charges brought against him. Kohberger appeared at the arraignment but did not respond when asked how he would plead.

Kohberger is currently being held without bond in Latah County.

### Bullet Points:

- **Trial Date Set**: The criminal trial of Bryan Kohberger is scheduled to start in June 2025.
- **Trial Duration**: The trial is expected to last three months, including jury selection, the trial itself, and verdict and sentencing.
- **Charges**: Kohberger faces four counts of capital murder and one count of burglary for the November 2022 killings of four University of Idaho students.
- **Defense Objections**: Kohberger's defense team opposes the trial taking place in Latah County and has a hearing scheduled to discuss a change of venue.
- **Not Guilty Pleas**: Not guilty pleas were entered on Kohberger's behalf during an arraignment in May of the previous year.
- **Custody Status**: Kohberger is being held without bond in Latah County.
- **Upcoming Hearings**: A hearing to discuss the trial venue is set for August 29, with a deadline for challenging the death penalty on September 5.

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In the latest episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," Tony discusses the new book "When the Night Comes Falling: A Requiem for the Idaho Student Murders" by Howard Blum with former felony prosecutor Eric Faddis. The book provides a deep dive into the lives of the victims and their families, particularly focusing on the complex relationship between Bryan Kohberger and his father. Faddis draws parallels between Kohberger's father and Brian Laundrie's parents, noting the lengths to which parents might go to protect their children. The discussion explores Kohberger's father's suspicions about his son's behavior, particularly during a cross-country trip after the murders and the subsequent suspicious actions of cleaning his car with bleach. The conversation also touches on the father's potential role as a witness in the ongoing investigation and the implications of his actions during and after the murders. The episode highlights the emotional and psychological struggles faced by the families involved and the complexities of parental support in such dire circumstances.

### Main Points

- Howard Blum's book "When the Night Comes Falling" delves into the Idaho student murders.
- The book focuses on the lives and families of the victims, offering a personal perspective.
- Bryan Kohberger's father's relationship with his son is a key narrative in the book.
- The discussion draws parallels between Kohberger's father and Brian Laundrie's parents.
- Kohberger's father had suspicions about his son's behavior, especially during a cross-country trip.
- Post-murders, Kohberger's father was seen cleaning the car with bleach, raising further suspicions.
- The father's absence from court hearings is discussed, with potential reasons including distancing or being called as a witness.
- The book sheds light on the emotional and psychological impact on the families involved.

### Hashtags

#HiddenKillers #TonyBrueski #EricFaddis #BryanKohberger #HowardBlum #IdahoStudentMurders #ParentalSupport
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In the latest episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke discusses Howard Blum's new book, "When the Night Comes Falling: A Requiem for the Idaho Student Murders." The book provides an in-depth narrative on the Idaho student murders, focusing on Brian Kohberger, the accused, and the involved parties. Dreeke praises Blum's storytelling, noting how the book paints a detailed behavioral arc of the key figures, including Kohberger and his family. The discussion delves into the motivations behind the book, considering its release before Kohberger's trial. Dreeke and Brueski explore the behavioral patterns and family dynamics of Kohberger, highlighting red flags from his past, such as his struggle with addiction and strained relationships. They discuss Kohberger's father's actions, who showed signs of guilt and overcompensation. Despite initial support, the family has been notably absent from Kohberger's hearings, which Dreeke attributes to the father's overwhelming sense of failure. The podcast highlights how the book offers insights into the personal histories and behaviors of the individuals involved, providing a comprehensive overview of the case and its complexities.

Main Points

- Howard Blum's new book covers the Idaho student murders, focusing on Brian Kohberger and other key figures.
- Robin Dreeke praises the book for its detailed storytelling and behavioral arcs.
- The book provides background on Kohberger's family, highlighting his father's guilt and overcompensation.
- Discussion on the motivations behind the book's early release, considering Kohberger's pending trial.
- Insights into Kohberger's troubled past, including addiction and behavioral red flags.
- The family's notable absence from Kohberger's hearings is attributed to the father's sense of failure.
- The book offers a comprehensive overview of the case, providing new perspectives on the involved individuals.

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#TonyBrueski #RobinDreeke #BrianKohberger #HowardBlum #IdahoStudentMurders #BehavioralAnalysis
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In a startling revelation, an explosive new book claims Bryan Kohberger, the suspect in the brutal murders of four Idaho college students, had a single target on the night of the crime. According to investigative journalist Howard Blum's forthcoming book, *When the Night Comes Falling: A Requiem for the Idaho Student Murders*, Kohberger intended to kill Madison Mogen specifically, dispelling notions of a random killing spree.

Blum's book, set to be released on June 25, unveils significant details about the tragic night in November 2022 when Mogen, along with Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin, lost their lives. “Officials believe Kohberger was after Mogen because he passed the rooms of two surviving roommates before starting the killing spree,” Blum explained in an interview with ABC News. “If he was just on a killing spree, it would have been natural, instinctive, to go to one of those doors. Instead, he goes up this narrow staircase and he turns directly into Maddie's room, and I think Maddie was his target.”

Further compounding the tragedy, Blum reveals that Kohberger's family had harbored suspicions about him even before his arrest. Kohberger’s father, Michael, reportedly felt uneasy when he picked up his son from school after the murders. “[Michael] has been reading the headlines - he knows that four students were killed 12 miles from his son’s house. He knows what a troubled son he has,” Blum noted. Despite these concerns, Michael did not confront his son about the possible connection.

The book also details an instance where one of Kohberger’s sisters approached their father to voice her suspicions. However, Michael chose to dismiss her concerns. “He can’t confront it,” Blum said about Michael's reaction at the time.

On the night of the murders, the two surviving roommates, Dylan Mortensen and Bethany Funke, reportedly used their cellphones to communicate during and after the incident. Mortensen, 21, allegedly called out to her friends and roommates during the early morning hours of November 13 to quiet down. “Calm down, you’re being loud!” she reportedly yelled around 4 a.m., followed by, “I’m trying to sleep!” Mortensen later opened her door and saw Kohberger, whom she believed to be a partygoer, walking past her toward the back exit of the house.

Law enforcement determined that the four students were killed between 4 and 4:25 a.m., but it took another eight hours before police were called to the off-campus residence. In December 2022, Kohberger was arrested in Pennsylvania at his parents' house and charged with the murders.

Despite the mounting evidence, Kohberger has pled not guilty. His trial has yet to be scheduled, as prosecutors and defense attorneys continue to wrangle over the evidence and other data gathered throughout the investigation. A hearing on June 27 will discuss the schedule for the rest of the case, including dates for the trial and possible sentencing.

In a significant development earlier this month, a judge allowed investigators working for Kohberger’s defense team to review sealed DNA records used to narrow the pool of potential suspects. The DNA was crucial in the investigative genetic genealogy process, which involves running material found at the crime scene through public genealogical databases to identify suspects or their relatives.

Kohberger’s attorneys are also seeking a change of venue, a request that the judge has yet to rule on. The case continues to grip the nation, with the upcoming book by Blum expected to shed more light on the complexities and heartbreaking details of the murders.

*When the Night Comes Falling: A Requiem for the Idaho Student Murders* promises to be a revealing account, offering new insights and provoking further questions about one of the most shocking crimes in recent memory.

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