The Amazon Receipts and the Smiling Selfie: Why Bryan Kohberger Will Get The Death Penalty
Bryan Kohberger’s alleged digital footprint is coming back to haunt him. In newly filed court documents, prosecutors say they will use evidence of an apparent knife purchase and a selfie they believe link him to the murders of four University of Idaho students. Kohberger is charged with the brutal slayings of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen, and Kaylee Goncalves—four college students who were stabbed to death in the early hours of November 13, 2022, inside their off-campus rental home in Moscow, Idaho. At the time, Kohberger was a criminology PhD student at Washington State University in Pullman, just ten miles from where the killings took place. Now, nearly two years later, prosecutors are laying out the digital evidence they claim ties him directly to the crime. Two key pieces of evidence have now been made public: a smiling selfie taken by Kohberger and his Amazon purchase history. The selfie, believed to have been taken just hours after the murders, shows Kohberger appearing calm, collected, and even smug—a chilling contrast to what had just unfolded inside the King Road home. Then there’s his Amazon history. According to prosecutors, back in March 2022—eight months before the murders—Kohberger purchased a Ka-Bar knife, a matching sheath, and a sharpener. And in the days after the killings, he allegedly searched for a replacement knife and sheath. Investigators say this matters because a Ka-Bar knife sheath was found at the crime scene, right next to one of the victims. Touch DNA on that sheath allegedly came back as a “statistical match” to Kohberger. The actual murder weapon? Still missing. But prosecutors argue that his online activity is enough to establish a pattern—one that puts him on a direct path from purchase to crime scene. Kohberger, who was arrested in December 2022 at his parents’ home in Pennsylvania, has pleaded not guilty. His trial is set to begin in August, where he faces four counts of first-degree murder—and, if convicted, the death penalty. #IdahoMurders #BryanKohberger #TrueCrime #JusticeForTheVictims 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
21 Mar 21min
Three Simple Reasons Why Kohbergers 'Planted DNA' Claim Is INSANE!
Three Simple Reasons Why Kohbergers 'Planted DNA' Claim Is INSANE! Could someone really go to such extreme lengths to frame Bryan Kohberger? That’s the question his defense team is now throwing into the courtroom, claiming the infamous knife sheath DNA was planted. But here’s the thing—if you were going to frame someone for a quadruple homicide, would you really go with a single, almost-invisible trace of touch DNA and then hide the evidence under one of the victims? Retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke joins Tony Brueski to break down the psychology of framing, the sheer improbability of this claim, and why a well-planned frame-up would look a lot less... subtle. If someone truly wanted to frame Kohberger, wouldn’t they have left something a little more damning? Maybe, I don’t know... the actual murder weapon? #TrueCrime #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #CrimeAnalysis #ForensicScience #CriminalPsychology #HiddenKillers 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
20 Mar 9min
Kohberger Bought The Knife, Allegedly Killed The Kids & Posed For A Thumbs Up Selfie In Shower
Bryan Kohberger’s Amazon history has just been ruled admissible in court, and it may be one of the most damaging pieces of evidence against him. Prosecutors argue that Kohberger purchased a Ka-Bar knife online months before the brutal stabbings of four University of Idaho students, and now, they plan to present this digital trail to the jury. His defense team fought hard to keep these records out, claiming the data is vague, influenced by Amazon’s recommendation system, and unfairly prejudicial. But the judge wasn’t convinced, and now this Amazon purchase could become a central argument for premeditation. In this episode, we break down how investigators uncovered Kohberger’s purchase history, why prosecutors believe it proves he planned the murders, and what the defense is doing to fight back. We’ll also explore how Amazon records have been used in past murder trials, from killers who unknowingly left behind digital footprints to defendants who tried—and failed—to explain away their online shopping habits. Could this be the piece of evidence that destroys Kohberger’s alibi and locks in a conviction? As Kohberger’s August 2025 trial approaches, this case is shaping up to be a landmark moment for digital forensic evidence in criminal trials. If jurors believe his Amazon purchase history proves intent, it could mean a first-degree murder conviction—and possibly even the death penalty. Join us as we analyze this latest development, the legal strategies in play, and the future of online shopping as a tool in murder investigations. Is this the beginning of a new era in digital evidence? Tune in to find out. 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
20 Mar 25min
Bryan Kohberger’s Defense: Was He Framed or Is This a Desperate Move?
Could Bryan Kohberger really have been framed, or is this just the latest in a series of increasingly desperate defense strategies? The newest court filings in the case have taken a turn straight out of a conspiracy thriller, with his defense now claiming that the infamous knife sheath—complete with Kohberger’s DNA—was planted at the scene. But how exactly would that work? Who would have done it, and more importantly, why? Former prosecutor and defense attorney Eric Faddis joins the discussion to break down just how often "frame jobs" actually hold up in court, and whether this argument has any real chance of swaying a jury. Plus, we dive into newly released texts from the surviving roommates and how their firsthand observations, including the now-infamous "bushy eyebrows" comment, could play a role in the trial. Is the defense grasping at straws, or is there still room for reasonable doubt? #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #LegalAnalysis #CrimeNews #DNAEvidence 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
20 Mar 22min
How Will Judge React To 'Planted Evidence' Claim From Kohberger, Ret FBI Jen Coffindaffer Breaks It Down
How Will Judge React To 'Planted Evidence' Claim From Kohberger, Ret FBI Jen Coffindaffer Breaks It Down Could the “real killer” still be out there, meticulously framing Bryan Kohberger? According to his defense, maybe. Because, you know, criminals are always so thoughtful when it comes to leaving behind someone else’s DNA—especially on the one item that gets left at the crime scene. Tony Brueski and retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer dig into the latest defense strategy that seems less like a compelling legal argument and more like spaghetti flung at a wall, hoping something sticks. With overwhelming evidence, including Kohberger’s alleged DNA on the knife sheath and damning Amazon purchase history, is this new “real killer” narrative the last-ditch effort of a defense running out of options? Or is there truly a master manipulator out there planting DNA with an Olympic-level precision? At what point does a defense argument stop being a strategy and start becoming a comedy routine? #TrueCrime #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #CrimeScene #FBI #LegalDrama #HiddenKillers 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
20 Mar 10min
Kohberger's Team Accepts That It is HIS DNA On The Knife Sheath.... But...
Was Bryan Kohberger framed, or is this just a desperate Hail Mary from the defense? Because the latest spin coming from Kohberger’s legal team suggests that the "real" killer not only managed to murder four people but also somehow snagged Kohberger’s touch DNA, planted it in the perfect spot on the knife sheath, and left it under one of the victims—all without being seen or leaving a trace. Seems totally plausible, right? Defense attorney Bob Motta and Tony Brueski break down the state’s latest response, which essentially calls out the defense for shifting away from challenging the DNA itself and instead arguing that it was planted. But here’s the kicker—the defense’s own expert has already admitted there is “good support” that it is Kohberger’s DNA. So now, they’re leaning on the argument that transfer DNA could have somehow ended up there. Could Scotch tape and a little greasy fingerprint smudge really do the trick? And let’s not forget, the murder weapon has never been found. Does that even matter when there’s DNA evidence? Or is this case starting to lean guilty just on the sheer implausibility of the alternative theories? #TrueCrime #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #DNAEvidence #LegalStrategy #HiddenKillers #DefenseDiaries 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
19 Mar 21min
The Psychology of a Killer: Analyzing Bryan Kohberger’s Behavior with an FBI Profiler
The Psychology of a Killer: Analyzing Bryan Kohberger’s Behavior with an FBI Profiler Could someone really have gone to the trouble of framing Bryan Kohberger, or is this just another last-ditch legal maneuver? The defense just tossed out a bombshell claim: the DNA found on the knife sheath was planted. Yep, that’s their story now. But when you step back and actually think about what it would take to pull off such an elaborate setup, things start to fall apart fast. Former FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke joins to break down the psychological gymnastics behind the “frame-up” defense. If someone was really out to pin a quadruple homicide on Kohberger, why leave just a tiny trace of touch DNA instead of something more damning? And why would anyone go to such lengths to frame this particular guy? The argument stretches reality thinner than a defense attorney’s patience on a bad day. But here’s the real question—does Kohberger himself believe any of this, or is he just rolling the dice on anything that might save his skin? #TrueCrime #BryanKohberger #HiddenKillers #CrimeAnalysis #FBI #PsychologyOfCrime #LegalStrategies 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 Mar 20min
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 Mar 22min
