Bryan Kohberger's Defense Challenges Death Penalty in Idaho Murders Case

Attorneys argue against capital punishment for Kohberger, citing constitutional concerns and execution methods.

Bryan Kohberger faces charges for the 2022 stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students and could face the death penalty if convicted.
His defense team argues that the death penalty is unconstitutional, inhumane, and does not align with contemporary standards of decency.
Prosecutors emphasize the severity of the crime, citing multiple victims and the heinous nature of the murders to justify the death penalty.
Idaho's execution methods, including lethal injection and firing squad, are under scrutiny due to drug shortages and constitutional challenges.
The trial, set to begin in August 2025, has been moved to Boise to ensure a fair trial amidst concerns of local bias.