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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Ariana Baio

Bryan Kohberger says he wants to withdraw guilty plea and go to trial

  • Bryan Kohberger , who pleaded guilty last year to murdering four University of Idaho students in 2022, has announced his intention to withdraw his confession.
  • Kohberger, a former criminology student, stated he wants to go to trial , claiming his plea deal was based on "false promises and blatant disinformation,” in a statement to the New York Times.
  • He asserted his innocence, stating that "justice was not served" in his case and that his plea "MUST be withdrawn."
  • While not detailing specific concerns, Kohberger mentioned issues with evidence, the probable cause affidavit, and a "broken plea."
  • He expressed his intention for these matters to be thoroughly investigated and addressed in a trial setting.

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