Law enforcement officials have provided new insights into the University of Idaho campus murders, with Idaho prosecutor Bill Thompson indicating that the suspect, Bryan Kohberger, may have utilized an additional weapon alongside the knife found at the scene. The investigation continues to explore the possibility that the attacks on four students—Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin—may have involved more than one implement of violence. Thompson’s comments suggest the presence of a second weapon is still under consideration, given the nature of the injuries inflicted on victim Goncalves, who endured over 20 stab wounds, alongside instances of blunt-force trauma.
Mortensen, the sole surviving roommate, reported to authorities that she had spotted an intruder with ‘bushy eyebrows’ on the night of the incident and who had claimed to be ‘here to help.’ These observations were detailed in court documents obtained by Fox News Digital, raising questions about the suspect’s intent and identity. The police chief at the time, James Fry, noted that there are multiple theories explaining why Mortensen survived, including the possibility that the suspect had grown fatigued after committing the quadruple murders. Fry’s comments were shared with ABC News, emphasizing that only Kohberger knows the true reason for Mort, the roommate’s survival.
The DNA evidence collected from the crime scene, particularly the knife sheath, is said to have been instrumental in linking Kohberger to the murder investigation. Thompson highlighted that without this crucial piece of evidence, securing a conviction would have been nearly impossible. This underscores the importance of forensic details in the case, as well as the challenges law enforcement faces in piecing together a detailed narrative from a crime scene with multiple victims. The case has sparked wide-ranging discussions about the role of forensic science and the necessity for such evidence in high-profile criminal investigations.