SHOCKING RULING: BRYAN KOHBERGER IDAHO MURDER TRIAL MOVED AFTER FEAR OF THREATS

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Recorded10 Sep 2024

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A request by Bryan Kohberger's defense team for a change of venue has been granted. His attorneys argued that the strong emotions in the community and extensive media coverage would make it impossible to find an impartial jury in Moscow. The defense also claimed that if Kohberger were acquitted in the town where the murder took place, he could face lynching and riots might erupt. Prosecutors countered, saying any potential bias could be addressed by expanding the pool of potential jurors and carefully vetting them. However, Judge John Judge ruled in favor of the defense, citing concerns about Kohberger's ability to receive a fair trial in the Latah County courthouse in Moscow. He referenced the widespread media coverage and statements from public officials implying Kohberger’s guilt. Additionally, the judge noted practical concerns: the courthouse is too small to accommodate the case, and the county sheriff's office lacks the personnel to provide adequate security. The judge did not specify where the trial would be moved. The Idaho Supreme Court will decide where Kohberger's trial will be held. According to Idaho court rules, judges who approve venue changes can indicate if they wish to remain on the case, but Judge John Judge did not do so, instead granting the motion under a rule that requires a new judge to be assigned. It remains unclear when the Idaho Supreme Court will assign a new venue or judge, or whether these changes will delay the trial. Joining Nancy Grace today: Howard Blum - Author: "When The Night Comes Falling, A Requiem for The Idaho Student Murders" Website: Howardblum.com INSTA: howard_blum_author TW/X: howardblum Stephanie Pitcher - Defense attorney and Civil trial attorney with Parker & McConkie, former felony Prosecutor - Website: https://www.parkerandmcconkie.com Dr. Bethany Marshall - Psychoanalyst Author: "Deal Breaker,” featured in show: "Paris in Love" on Peacock, https://www.drbethanymarshall.com/, Instagram & TikTok: drbethanymarshall, Twitter: @DrBethanyLive Chris McDonough - Director At the Cold Case Foundation, Former Homicide Detective, Host of YouTube channel- ‘The Interview Room’, ColdCaseFoundation.org Joseph Scott Morgan - Professor of Forensics: Jacksonville State University, Author, "Blood Beneath My Feet", Host: "Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan", @JoScottForensic See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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