Idaho murder suspect Bryan Kohberger's defense strategy

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Idaho murder suspect Bryan Kohberger's defense team plans to argue that the knife sheath found at the crime scene was potentially planted by the real killer. The trial is scheduled to begin on Aug. 11, and Kohberger could face the death penalty if convicted.

Key Points

  • Defense to argue DNA on knife sheath does not prove defendant was at the crime scene
  • Expert testimony to undermine credibility of investigative genetic genealogy research
  • Legal maneuvering ahead of the trial

Pros

  • Defense team challenging key evidence in the trial

Cons

  • Potential manipulation of evidence