Kohberger Backtracks on Guilty Plea | Global News

Bryan Kohberger, convicted of four brutal murders at the University of Idaho, is now seeking to overturn his guilty plea—claiming it was based on misinformation and false promises—and wants to stand trial not guilty, a move that’s deeply upsetting to the victims’ families. The Goncalves family called him a “narcissist,” criticizing his decision to plead guilty two years ago instead of fighting the case in court, and lamenting how his legal maneuvering now distracts from honoring the memory of their loved ones. Despite being a criminology student with no clear motive, Kohberger was convicted on overwhelming evidence placing him at the scene. The Idaho Attorney General vows to pursue justice relentlessly, acknowledging the profound pain this reversal is causing the grieving families. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ffc38e58803639e5