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Haunting Photos Show Victims' Belongings After Idaho Murders
Images reveal the undisturbed possessions of the 4 University of Idaho students killed by Bryan Kohberger.
Published on Feb. 22, 2026
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Idaho State Police have released over 2,000 photos from the crime scene where 4 University of Idaho students were brutally murdered by Bryan Kohberger in September 2022. The images show the everyday items and belongings of the victims - Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Ethan Chapin, and Xana Kernodle - left seemingly untouched in the hours after the killings. The haunting photos include the victims' IDs, credit cards, clothes, books, and other personal possessions, highlighting the tragic loss of these young lives.
Why it matters
The release of these crime scene photos provides a somber and unsettling glimpse into the lives of the 4 victims, underscoring the human toll of the senseless murders. The images also raise questions about the investigation and the killer's motives, as the undisturbed nature of the victims' belongings suggests a methodical and calculated attack.
The details
The photos were part of a larger release of over 2,000 images related to the high-profile case. They show the victims' everyday items - including IDs, credit cards, clothes, books, silverware, shoes, backpacks, medications, hair products, picture frames, and more - left seemingly untouched in the bedrooms where the bodies were found. In July 2025, Bryan Kohberger pleaded guilty to murdering the 4 students and was sentenced to life in prison, avoiding the death penalty.
- The murders occurred in September 2022 in Moscow, Idaho.
- Idaho State Police released the crime scene photos on February 18, 2026.
The players
Bryan Kohberger
The man convicted of murdering the 4 University of Idaho students in September 2022.
Madison Mogen
One of the 4 University of Idaho students killed by Kohberger.
Kaylee Goncalves
One of the 4 University of Idaho students killed by Kohberger.
Ethan Chapin
One of the 4 University of Idaho students killed by Kohberger.
Xana Kernodle
One of the 4 University of Idaho students killed by Kohberger.
The takeaway
The release of these crime scene photos serves as a somber reminder of the tragic loss of life and the profound impact of the murders on the victims' families, friends, and the broader community. As the case moves forward, the images underscore the need for continued scrutiny of the investigation and a focus on honoring the memories of those whose lives were so senselessly taken.
