Bryan Kohberger's Trial Delayed, Defense Seeks Venue Change
The trial for Bryan Kohberger, accused of murdering four University of Idaho students, is likely to be postponed to 2025 as defense requests a change of trial venue.
- A 2025 trial date for Bryan Kohberger becomes increasingly likely, with both prosecution and defense requesting a delay.
- Kohberger faces charges for the November 2022 stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students, with the death penalty possible upon conviction.
- Defense argues for a later trial date in 2025 to thoroughly review evidence, including DNA and cellphone data.
- A May 14 hearing is set to discuss the potential change of trial venue due to concerns over juror impartiality from extensive media coverage.
- Kohberger's defense may be cut off from contacting his extended family, complicating their investigation into how his name surfaced as a suspect.