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true-crime2 years ago

"Mother's Surprise Cameo Shocks True Crime Convention at Idaho Murders Victim's Tribute"

Stacy Chapin, the mother of Ethan Chapin, who was one of the victims in the University of Idaho student murders, surprised attendees at a true crime conference by making an emotional appearance during a forensics expert's lecture on the case. She expressed gratitude for the speaker's respectful remarks about the victims and shared that her son and the other victims were amazing individuals. Chapin and the speaker both described the unplanned moment as powerful and significant. Chapin also discussed the foundation she and her husband set up in memory of Ethan and their plans for a fundraising gala. The accused, Bryan Kohberger, faces charges of stabbing all four students to death and could potentially face the death penalty if convicted.

true-crime2 years ago

"Mother's Surprise Cameo Shocks True Crime Convention at Idaho Murders Victim's Tribute"

Stacy Chapin, the mother of Ethan Chapin, one of the victims in the University of Idaho student murders, surprised attendees at a true crime conference by making an emotional appearance during a forensics expert's lecture on the case. She expressed gratitude for the speaker's respectful analysis and shared that her son and the other victims were incredible individuals. Chapin and her husband have set up the Ethan's Smile foundation to provide scholarships to students, and they plan to hold a fundraising gala on the one-year anniversary of the attack. The accused, Bryan Kohberger, has pleaded not guilty and could face the death penalty if convicted.

music2 years ago

Morgan Wallen's Heartfelt Gesture to Idaho Murder Victim's Family

Country singer Morgan Wallen meets with the Chapin family, who lost their son Ethan in a tragic murder, and surprises them with free tickets to his show in San Diego and a donation to the Ethan's Smile Foundation. Wallen had learned that Ethan had sent his mother one of his songs, which held special meaning for the family. The Chapins expressed gratitude for Wallen's kind gesture, acknowledging the immense cost their family has endured.

crime2 years ago

Mother of Slain Idaho Student Ethan Chapin Won't Attend Suspect's Trial.

The mother of Ethan Chapin, who was one of four University of Idaho students killed in November, has revealed a tattoo she received in her son's handwriting. Stacy Chapin said her family will not attend the trial of the man accused of killing her son and three others, as it "doesn't change the outcome". She has written a children's book about Ethan and started a foundation in his name. Bryan Kohberger was arrested in December and has pleaded not guilty to the murders.

crime2 years ago

Grieving Mother of Slain Idaho Student Boycotts Suspect's Trial.

The mother of Ethan Chapin, one of four University of Idaho students killed in an off-campus house in November, says her family won't attend the accused killer's trial, saying doing so wouldn't be energy "well spent." Chapin's mother, Stacy Chapin, said her family is dedicated to keeping her son's legacy alive through their foundation "Ethan's Smile" which provides scholarships to University of Idaho students, and her new children's book "The Boy Who Wore Blue." The suspect, Bryan Kohberger, is expected to face trial in early October.

human-interest2 years ago

Idaho murder victim's mother speaks out on skipping trial.

Stacy Chapin, mother of Ethan Chapin who was stabbed to death at the University of Idaho, talks about how her family is coping with the loss of their son and brother. She recently wrote a children's book about Ethan called "The Boy Who Wore Blue" and started the Ethan's Smile Foundation to offer scholarships to high school students from Ethan's school to attend the University of Idaho. The family is finding ways to keep Ethan's memory alive while navigating their grief and supporting each other.

crime2 years ago

Idaho Murder Victim's Parents Use Tulips to Honor His Memory

The parents of Ethan Chapin, one of four University of Idaho students killed in November, have spoken out for the first time about their son's legacy and their family's healing. Ethan was a triplet, and his parents have started a foundation, Ethan's Smile, to offer scholarships for Conway-area graduates and for students attending the University of Idaho. Bryan Kohberger, a Ph.D. graduate student at nearby Washington State University, was arrested on Dec. 30 in connection with the murders.