Unraveling the Idaho Murders: Theories, Online Obsession, and Family Grief

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Bryan Kohberger, who pleaded guilty to the 2022 Idaho college student murders, remains a figure surrounded by speculation about his motives, with theories suggesting he was an incel killer influenced by misogynistic ideologies. Despite extensive media coverage, including a new book and documentary, the true motive may never be fully known, as Kohberger's plea deal leaves many questions unanswered. The case highlights the contrast between the victims' seemingly idyllic college lives and Kohberger's troubled background, with social media amplifying the tragedy and the mystery surrounding the case.
- Why Did a Ph.D. Candidate Murder Four College Students in Idaho? We May Never Know Now—but There Are Plenty of Theories. Slate Magazine
- ‘It became a game to people’: how online sleuths grew obsessed with the Idaho murders The Guardian
- Idaho Murder Victim Ethan Chapin’s Sister Maizie Shares Last Text He Sent Her Before His Death Yahoo
- 'One Night in Idaho' docuseries: Why the friends first to crime scene are speaking out USA Today
- Chapin family shares journey through grief following Idaho murders KING5.com
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