Can Bryan Kohberger’s Defense Use Unknown DNA to Create Reasonable Doubt?

How Did Bryan Kohbergers Drug Problem Play A Role In The Alleged Murders? What makes someone go from studying crime to allegedly committing it? In this chilling discussion, Tony Brueski and psychotherapist Shavaun Scott dig into the psychological makeup of individuals who cross the line from academic curiosity to violent obsession. Was substance abuse a trigger, or was it simply a symptom of something much darker? What role do years of violent fantasies play in shaping a killer? And perhaps most disturbingly, what does it say when family members aren’t entirely shocked when their loved one is accused of a horrific crime? With eerie hindsight, even the suspect’s criminology research seems to hint at something more than just academic interest. Was he studying crime to prevent it—or to perfect it? #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #PsychologyOfEvil #Criminology #DarkMinds #SerialKillers #Investigate Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

The Shocking Truth: Kohberger’s Medical History Might Convict AND Protect Him Did Bryan Kohberger’s own mind betray him? With newly released mental health records now in the hands of the prosecution, the question isn’t just about his alleged actions but also about what was going on inside his head. Could these documents paint a picture of a deeply troubled individual whose self-loathing may have driven him to commit horrific crimes? Or will they simply serve as a roadmap to a jury that has to decide whether to lock him away forever—or take things a step further? Prosecutors might use these records to highlight a pattern of instability, a mind tormented by self-hatred and a perceived lack of control over his own life. But the defense may seize this as a lifeline, arguing that his struggles should factor into whether he deserves the ultimate punishment. Mental health in criminal cases is always a double-edged sword—will it save Kohberger from the death penalty, or seal his fate? And at the end of the day, will a jury even care about his struggles when faced with the sheer brutality of what happened to the victims? #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #DeathPenalty #Psychopathy #JusticeForTheVictims #HiddenKillers Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Judge Denies Defense Motions in Bryan Kohberger Case, Allowing Key DNA and Digital Evidence at Trial An Idaho judge ruled against Bryan Kohberger’s defense team in a series of motions challenging critical evidence, a significant setback for the man accused of murdering four University of Idaho students in 2022. Judge Steven Hippler denied multiple motions to suppress evidence, including DNA found on a knife sheath at the crime scene, cell phone and email records, surveillance footage, and Kohberger’s past Amazon purchases. Kohberger, a former criminology Ph.D. student, was arrested in December 2022 and charged with the murders of Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin in their off-campus home in Moscow, Idaho. His attorneys argued that law enforcement violated his constitutional rights in obtaining evidence, but the court ruled otherwise. One of the most significant rulings upheld the use of DNA evidence linking Kohberger to the crime scene. Investigators identified Kohberger as a suspect after submitting DNA from the knife sheath to public ancestry websites to generate a list of possible matches. Authorities then obtained a DNA sample from trash collected outside Kohberger’s parents’ home in Pennsylvania, which matched DNA found on the sheath. The defense had argued that this investigative genetic genealogy technique violated Kohberger’s rights, but Hippler disagreed. He ruled that Kohberger “exposed his DNA to the public by leaving it on the sheath, thus forfeiting any reasonable expectation of privacy.” The judge also upheld the trash collection, stating, “by throwing away an item of trash containing his DNA, the defendant cannot object to testing of that DNA.” In a prior hearing, Hippler had expressed skepticism about suppressing DNA evidence, saying, “when there’s a DNA match between the DNA and the sheath and Mr. Kohberger, isn’t that probable cause every day and twice on Sunday?” The defense also sought to challenge the validity of the search warrants that led to the seizure of Kohberger’s digital records, including phone data from AT&T, Google, Apple, and Amazon, as well as evidence from a USB drive. Kohberger’s attorneys claimed the searches violated his Fourth Amendment rights. However, Hippler ruled that the evidence was lawfully obtained through search warrants and the third-party doctrine, which limits privacy rights over information shared with service providers. Another motion sought a Franks hearing, which would have allowed the defense to challenge the credibility of the probable cause affidavits used to obtain search warrants. The defense alleged that law enforcement omitted key information regarding investigative genetic genealogy and misrepresented statements made by a surviving roommate who was inside the house at the time of the murders. The judge rejected these claims, ruling that the genetic genealogy information “would have only bolstered probable cause” and that the surviving roommate’s statements were consistent. He noted that while the defense may raise these points during trial, there was no evidence of misrepresentation in the warrant applications. The decisions were welcomed by the family of Kaylee Goncalves, one of the victims. “All the motions to suppress and Franks motion have been denied! It’s always a double edge sword waiting. You want the right decisions to be made but you also want them to be made quickly. We are thankful to the Court for a timely decision and appreciate the work prosecution has put in thus far. In the big picture of life justice is just moments away,” the family said. Kohberger’s trial is scheduled to begin on August 11. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty. #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #DNAEvidence #UniversityOfIdaho #JusticeForTheVictims #LegalRuling Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

More Than Just DNA, What Other Clues Were Left Behind In Kohberger Case? Was he meticulous or just plain lucky? The case against Bryan Kohberger keeps unraveling, but one thing’s clear—this wasn’t some impulsive crime of passion. Between cell phone pings, digital footprints, and a whole lot of sealed evidence, investigators have been digging deep. The prosecution just got access to his mental health records, but will they reveal a pattern of escalation, or just another troubled kid who took a dark turn? And what about those mysterious baggies he was caught dumping—was it evidence, or just a really weird trash day? As the trial looms, everyone’s wondering: did he really manage to cover every track, or is there a smoking gun waiting to be uncovered? #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #DigitalForensics #CrimeInvestigation #JusticeForTheVictims Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Bryan Kohberger’s legal team is running out of options. After a brutal series of courtroom defeats, where every major motion to suppress evidence was denied, the defense is now scrambling for a new strategy. With DNA, phone records, and surveillance footage all cleared for trial, Kohberger’s lawyers have to pivot—and fast. In this episode, we break down exactly what went wrong for the defense, how the judge’s rulings have strengthened the prosecution’s case, and what legal maneuvers are still left on the table. Can Kohberger’s team poke holes in the state’s evidence? Will they shift focus to jury selection, media bias, or forensic science challenges to create doubt? As the trial looms closer, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Will this case end in conviction, or can the defense pull off a last-minute upset? We dig into every legal move that could shape the outcome of one of the most watched trials in recent history. Tune in now for the latest developments in the Kohberger case. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

What Does Bryan Kohberger's Childhood Tell Us About The Person He Became? What happens when someone who studies crime allegedly becomes the criminal? That’s the eerie question swirling around Bryan Kohberger, a criminology student now accused of one of the most brutal mass murders in recent history. With his psychiatric and medical records now in the hands of prosecutors, the debate deepens—was this the work of a methodical mind with severe personality pathology, or could an underlying mental illness play a role in his fate? Psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott joins to analyze what, if anything, these records might reveal about Kohberger’s psychological makeup. Could they influence sentencing? Do they hint at early struggles that went unnoticed? And does any of it change the weight of personal accountability in crimes like this? At the end of the day, is it nature, nurture, or just a cold, calculated choice? #BryanKohberger #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #PsychologyOfCrime #ShavaunScott #Criminology #DeathPenaltyDebate Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Could Bryan Kohberger’s defense be playing the long game? With new mental health records handed over to prosecutors, the question arises: is this about proving innocence or simply avoiding the death penalty? Tony Brueski and former felony prosecutor Eric Faddis break down the implications of this risky move—one that could open up Kohberger’s entire medical history to scrutiny. Was his alleged criminal planning as meticulous as some believe, or did he overlook the basics of crafting an alibi? And what’s the real strategy behind the defense’s latest play? Could this be a signal for a plea deal, or is this case destined for trial no matter what? #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #CriminalDefense #DeathPenalty #PsychologicalProfile #HiddenKillers Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Could a single knife sheath be the smoking gun that unravels the entire case against alleged killer Bryan Kohberger? The defense is working overtime to cast doubt on DNA evidence, arguing everything from privacy violations to the idea that DNA was planted. But when you leave your DNA at a crime scene—especially on something as damning as a knife sheath—can you really claim a right to privacy? Retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Tony Brueski to break down the DNA debate, from the differences between blood and touch DNA to the defense’s attempt at turning word salad into reasonable doubt. Was genetic genealogy used appropriately, or did investigators bend the rules to get their man? And what about that mysterious glove—evidence or just a distraction? As the trial looms, the prosecution seems confident in its case. But if Kohberger is convicted, will any of these arguments hold weight on appeal? Or is this just another desperate attempt to muddy the waters? #BryanKohberger #TrueCrime #DNAEvidence #HiddenKillers #CrimeScene #JusticeForVictims #MurderMystery Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Could the Other DNA at the Kohberger Crime Scene Create Reasonable Doubt? Could Bryan Kohberger have actually planted evidence at the crime scene to throw investigators off his trail? It sounds like something straight out of a crime thriller, but some experts are taking the idea seriously. With unidentified male DNA found at the scene and Kohberger’s background in criminology, questions are swirling about just how much forethought went into this crime—if, of course, he’s the one who did it. Retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke joins us to break down this bizarre case, from the potential missteps of the prosecution to the eerie lack of blood evidence in Kohberger’s car and home. Could an alleged first-time killer really have been that meticulous, or is there something bigger lurking beneath the surface? And if Kohberger did stage parts of the crime scene, where in the world did he get someone else’s blood? #TrueCrime #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #HiddenKillers #CrimeScene #DNAEvidence #PsychologicalProfiling Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Could Bryan Kohberger have been arrogant enough to believe he'd committed the perfect crime—only to be caught off guard when investigators came knocking? His legal team is now hammering away at the discovery of unidentified male DNA at the crime scene, claiming it could introduce reasonable doubt. But does this actually shake up the case, or is it just a classic defense tactic grasping at straws? Attorney and former prosecutor Eric Faddis joins the discussion, dissecting the legal strategy behind this new revelation. Is this DNA discovery a potential game-changer, or just a minor detail being exaggerated for effect? And what about the theory that Kohberger himself planted the evidence to mislead investigators—was he really thinking that far ahead? If so, why did he completely botch his alibi? #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #CrimeNews #HiddenKillers #LegalAnalysis #MurderMystery Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com