The Idaho 4 pictures released recently provide the public with the most detailed glimpse yet into the brutal murders of four University of Idaho students in November 2022. These images, unveiled by the Moscow Police Department, offer an unprecedented look at the crime scene inside the off-campus home where the tragic attack took place, as well as new surveillance footage from the surrounding neighborhood.
On November 13, 2022, Bryan Kohberger brutally stabbed to death four college students—Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin—in their off-campus apartment located at 1122 King Road, Moscow, Idaho. Nearly three years after the horrific crime, Kohberger pleaded guilty and was sentenced to four consecutive life terms without the possibility of parole. In the aftermath, the property where the killings occurred was demolished in December 2023.
- The newly released nearly 200 crime scene photos show the interior of the now-demolished King Road residence, including bloodstains on floors, bedding, and walls.
- Surveillance videos show Kohberger’s white Hyundai Elantra circling the neighborhood multiple times before the murders.
- The sliding glass door, believed to be the point of entry, is captured in photos.
- Evidence reveals an intense struggle, with victims sustaining defensive wounds, some over 30 stab wounds each.
- The documents include Kohberger’s first police interview after arrest, where he appeared unaware of the gravity of the crime.
The images portray a stark contrast between a typical college living environment—complete with discarded red plastic cups and scattered clothing—and the chilling aftermath of the violent act. Police reports describe how officers who arrived at the scene witnessed a house soaked in blood, with significant injuries on the victims and clear signs of an intense fight. One officer recounted that one victim was almost unrecognizable due to severe facial injuries. Several photos were redacted or blurred due to their graphic nature.
Among the newly revealed evidence, a neighbor’s surveillance camera caught a white Hyundai Elantra—which authorities identified as Kohberger’s vehicle—circling the neighborhood multiple times late at night before the murders. This footage helped track Kohberger’s movements leading up to his arrest at his parents’ home in Pennsylvania in December 2022.
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Alongside the photos, police also released documents detailing the timeline of the night and Kohberger’s initial interaction with officers after his arrest. During his interview, Kohberger initially engaged in small talk and appeared to have only peripheral knowledge of the murders. He acknowledged awareness of a homicide due to a university notification but declined further discussion without a lawyer.
Further released information from investigative records shed light on the suffering of the victims, many of whom were found to have defensive wounds indicating they fought back desperately. Such details underscore the horror of the events and the struggle that unfolded inside the apartment that night.
These new visuals and disclosures come after long public frustration regarding the secrecy that shrouded the investigation for over three years. The police’s decision to release these materials is aimed at transparency and satisfies public and family demand for information on the case’s harrowing details.
In addition to the still images, a three-dimensional model of the crime scene house was unveiled earlier as part of the prosecution’s case planning. Although the model house was not introduced as evidence, it helped demonstrate the layout and spatial understanding of the scene during the court proceedings.
The release of these Idaho 4 pictures shines an unvarnished light on one of the most devastating events in recent university history. While deeply unsettling, they serve an important role in understanding the case and preserving the memory of the victims.
As developments continue and more documents potentially become public, staying informed helps ensure that the victims and their families are not forgotten. Readers are encouraged to reflect on this tragic event and may share their thoughts or reactions as these details emerge.