Bryan Kohberger, who admitted to the murder of four University of Idaho students during a home invasion, plans to seek post-conviction relief. According to two sources, Kohberger intends to argue ineffective counsel as a basis for his request.
The New York Times reported the story following a direct call from Kohberger to a reporter. In his first public statement outside the courtroom, he maintained his innocence, declaring, “My actual innocence is my truth, and the plea, hinged on false promises and blatant disinformation, must be withdrawn.”
“IDAHO MURDERS EVIDENCE LEAK TRIGGERS CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION FOR INSIDER WHO SPILLED SECRETS.”
On July 23, 2025, Kohberger appeared in the Ada County Courthouse in Boise, Idaho, for sentencing. During the trial, prosecutors heavily relied on cellphone location data and digital evidence. He received four consecutive life sentences without parole, plus an additional 10 years, for the murders committed on November 13, 2022.
As part of his plea deal, Kohberger waived his right to appeal.