Facing the Murderer

About this episode

Bryan Kohberger was sentenced to life in prison, allowing victims' families to confront him during the hearing.

On Wednesday, Bryan Kohberger was officially sentenced to life in prison for the brutal murders of Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin. His hearing was a chance for their families and friends to deliver victim impact statements and confront Kohberger directly — they didn’t hold back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: ABC News

Topics covered

• murder sentencing
• victim impact statements
• true crime
• Idaho murders
• legal proceedings

Keywords

• Bryan Kohberger
• Kaylee Goncalves
• Madison Mogen
• Xana Kernodle
• Ethan Chapin
• murder
• sentencing
• victim impact

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