Kohberger May Have Stalked and Entered Victims’ Home Before Murders

Moscow, Idaho — Bryan Kohberger may have entered the home of four University of Idaho students before their murders, according to Latah County Prosecuting Attorney Bill Thompson. In a recent podcast interview, Thompson shared insights from the ongoing investigation into Kohberger, who was convicted of killing Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin in November 2022.

Thompson stated that Kohberger’s cellphone records indicated he stalked the neighborhood where the victims lived, visiting the area more than 20 times at night or in the early morning hours, raising suspicion about his motives. “We certainly believe that those trips involved Mr. Kohberger looking and surveilling or stalking,” he explained.

During the investigation, authorities noted that Kohberger may have accessed the victims’ home through a sliding glass door on the second floor. Despite not finding definitive evidence of his presence inside before the night of the killings, Thompson mentioned, “I think that’s a legitimate point” regarding the possibility of prior entry. He cited the unique and confusing layout of the residence as a factor that may have aided Kohberger.

Further complicating the case, indications arose that the victims’ dog, Murphy, had been behaving unusually in the weeks leading up to the murders. Friends reported that they heard noises resembling someone moving through the woods, suggesting Kohberger sought to avoid detection.

Thompson is confident in the prosecution’s actions, stating, “I don’t have any question about whether we have convicted the killer.” He emphasized the aim to ensure Kohberger remains in prison until death, providing closure for the victims’ families and the community.

The case remains a topic of national interest as new details emerge regarding the circumstances and preparations leading up to the horrific events. Prosecutors continue to investigate Kohberger’s potential connections to other victims in the area.