The “I Was Framed” Defense Why It Has Failed in Every High-Profile Case
The “I Was Framed” Defense Why It Has Failed in Every High-Profile Case Could Bryan Kohberger’s defense team really claim that the DNA evidence tying him to the Idaho student murders was planted? As the trial approaches, legal experts speculate that his attorneys may push the argument that the knife sheath found at the crime scene—with Kohberger’s DNA on it—was not left by him, but instead placed there by someone else. But is that even possible? In this episode, we break down how forensic DNA collection works, the scientific hurdles of fabricating evidence, and why this type of defense has rarely succeeded in past high-profile murder trials. From Cristhian Bahena Rivera’s “masked men” excuse to Diane Downs’ infamous “bushy-haired stranger” claim, we examine how guilty defendants have historically used the “I was framed” strategy to shift blame—and why it has failed almost every time. What does it take to successfully argue that evidence was planted? What do juries really think when they hear this defense? And most importantly, does Kohberger’s case fit the pattern of past failures, or could his legal team have a legitimate argument? Join us as we explore the forensic science, legal precedents, and psychological factors behind the “planted evidence” defense. Whether you’ve been following the Kohberger case closely or are interested in the tactics used in major true crime trials, this episode will break down the facts, the myths, and the reality of this controversial defense strategy. 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
18 Maalis 22min
Listen To The FULL Kohberger 911 Call For The Idaho Four
Whispered Terror: The Idaho 911 Call That Changed Everything A panicked voice. A desperate plea. The moment that shattered a college town’s sense of safety. On November 13, 2022, a young woman called 911 in tears, her voice shaking as she told the dispatcher, "Something happened in our house, we don’t know what." What she didn’t know yet was that she and her roommate had just discovered one of the most brutal crime scenes in recent history—the murders of Xana Kernodle, Ethan Chapin, Kaylee Goncalves, and Madison Mogen in their home on King Road in Moscow, Idaho. That 911 call has now been made public, not by the courts, but through media outlets like KXLY in Spokane, which released the full recording. Idahonews.com quickly filed a Public Records Request with the Ada County Courthouse to obtain an official copy but was denied. The judge ruled that the recording was still under seal. Yet, somehow, it was out there. WHITCOM 911, the agency responsible for dispatch services in Moscow and Pullman, found itself at the center of the controversy. Facing multiple requests from media outlets, including the New York Times and the Washington Post, WHITCOM 911 filed for declaratory relief. Their argument? Since the prosecution had already included a transcript of the call in legal filings related to suspect Bryan Kohberger, the audio itself no longer needed to be restricted. A judge in Whitman County agreed, allowing the release of the recording to the public. Shortly after the audio surfaced, the Goncalves family issued a heartbreaking statement: "The 911 call? It is not the neatly rehearsed dialogue of a well-crafted story, not the polished performance you might expect from a Hollywood script. No. It is raw. It is jagged. A searing, unvarnished truth that no camera could ever hope to capture. Every breath. Every cry. Every tremor in the voice reveals a reality so cruel, so brutally honest, it cuts deeper than anything fiction could devise." That’s the brutal reality of this case—no script could ever make sense of the sheer horror those roommates walked into that morning. The recording paints a devastating picture. A young woman sobbing into the phone, "Something happened in our house." Another voice, more composed but still shaken, takes over: "One of the roommates is passed out. And she was drunk last night and she’s not waking up." Then, the moment that sends a chill through the recording: "Oh, and they saw some man in their house last night." That man, police believe, was Bryan Kohberger, the criminology Ph.D. student from Washington State University who is now charged with four counts of first-degree murder and one count of burglary. According to one of the surviving roommates, she saw him—black clothing, a mask, bushy eyebrows—walking through the house that night. She stood frozen in shock as he moved toward the sliding glass door and disappeared into the darkness. The timeline of that night is a nightmare puzzle. Police say the murders occurred between 4 a.m. and 4:25 a.m. But the 911 call didn’t come in until 11:58 a.m.—almost eight hours later. In that window of time, the surviving roommates called and texted their friends multiple times, trying to reach them. No one answered. At 11:50 a.m., they reached out to someone outside the house. Minutes later, the emergency call was made. The content of that call—and the fact that it was sealed for so long—raises questions about the delicate balance between transparency and the integrity of an ongoing case. Kohberger’s defense team has fought to block discussions of key details, including the roommate’s description of his "bushy eyebrows," arguing that it could bias potential jurors. Meanwhile, the prosecution is building a case centered on DNA evidence, surveillance footage, and cell phone data that allegedly places Kohberger near the house in the hours surrounding the murders. Kohberger was arrested in December 2022, after a cross-country manhunt that ended at his parents' home in Pennsylvania. He has pleaded not guilty, and his trial is scheduled for August. But the release of the 911 call adds another layer to this already complex case—offering the public a haunting, real-time glimpse into the horror that unfolded inside that house. No recap. No observations. Just the facts as they are. #IdahoMurders #BryanKohberger #CrimeNews #TrueCrime 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
18 Maalis 18min
Eyewitness Testimony: Are Bryan Kohberger’s Eyebrows Enough for Identification?
Could Bryan Kohberger really have been framed, or is his defense team just throwing spaghetti at the wall to see what sticks? In the latest twist, his attorneys are now claiming the infamous knife sheath—with Kohberger’s DNA on it—was planted at the crime scene. That’s right, the defense is going full OJ, suggesting someone wanted to make sure Kohberger took the fall for the brutal University of Idaho murders. But if that’s true…who would go to such extreme lengths to frame him, and more importantly, why? Former prosecutor and defense attorney Eric Faddis joins Tony Brueski to dissect the legal gymnastics of this claim. How often do frame jobs actually happen in court? Could a jury buy this theory? And let’s be real—how exactly would someone even get their hands on Kohberger’s DNA to plant it in such a specific way? Plus, the eyebrow-raising (literally) witness testimony the defense desperately wants thrown out. Is this a bold legal move or just a sign of desperation? #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #CrimeNews #LegalAnalysis #MurderTrial 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
17 Maalis 10min
DNA Under Idaho Victim’s Nails Does It Clear or Incriminate Kohberger?-WEEK IN REVIEW
Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news. This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events. Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience. Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. 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
16 Maalis 27min
Newly Released 911 Call & Texts in the Kohberger Case – FBI Expert Weighs In-WEEK IN REVIEW
Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news. This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events. Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience. Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. 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
16 Maalis 22min
Three-Person DNA Found Under Idaho Victim’s Nails—What It Means for the Bryan Kohberger
Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news. This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events. Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience. Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. 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
16 Maalis 19min
Shocking New 911 Call & Texts in Kohberger Case – What Really Happened That Night?-WEEK IN REVIEW
Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news. This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events. Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience. Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. 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
16 Maalis 27min
Can Autism Save Bryan Kohberger from the Death Penalty? FBI Expert Weighs In
Can Autism Save Bryan Kohberger from the Death Penalty? FBI Expert Weighs In Was Bryan Kohberger meticulously planning the perfect crime, or did his digital footprint tell a completely different story? As more details emerge in the case against the alleged killer of four University of Idaho students, new insights into his psychological evaluations, text messages, and digital searches paint a chilling picture. Retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Tony Brueski to break down the latest evidence, including a newly revealed timeline of messages from the surviving roommates and the eerie digital breadcrumbs that could be damning in court. Did Kohberger’s own online activity provide prosecutors with a roadmap to his intent? And is the defense already laying the groundwork for a last-ditch effort to save his life by shifting the focus to his mental state? Judge John Judge isn’t playing games—so what happens when the courtroom circus meets a no-nonsense referee? And let’s talk about the survivor’s actions that night—was it fear, shock, or just the way Gen Z processes trauma? Before you say what you would have done, are you sure you’d act differently in a nightmare scenario? How much more evidence is waiting to be unearthed before trial, and will any of it change the course of justice? #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #DigitalEvidence #CourtroomDrama #HiddenKillersPodcast #JenniferCoffindaffer 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
14 Maalis 12min
