Police Release Disturbing Crime Scene Photos from Idaho Murders

Images show bedrooms of victims and survivors in the brutal 2022 killings of 4 University of Idaho students.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Idaho State Police have released nearly 3,000 photos from the crime scene left behind by Bryan Kohberger when he stabbed 4 unsuspecting University of Idaho students to death at their home in the small town of Moscow. The photos provide a chilling look inside the victims' bedrooms, with some rooms splattered in blood while others remained seemingly untouched.

Why it matters

The release of these graphic crime scene photos provides a rare and disturbing glimpse into the brutal murders that shocked the nation in 2022. The images underscore the senseless tragedy and raise ongoing questions about the motive behind Kohberger's actions.

The details

The photos show a stark contrast between the victims' bedrooms and those of the two survivors. Some rooms are covered in blood stains across the walls, sheets, and clothing, while others appear relatively normal with just typical college student belongings scattered about. The police have not revealed why certain rooms were left untouched.

  • The murders took place in November 2022 in Moscow, Idaho.
  • The crime scene photos were released by Idaho State Police on February 19, 2026.

The players

Bryan Kohberger

The 28-year-old man who pleaded guilty to murdering the 4 University of Idaho students in a plea deal that saved him from the death penalty. He is now serving a life sentence at the Idaho Maximum Security Institution.

Madison Mogen

One of the 4 University of Idaho students who was stabbed to death by Kohberger in November 2022.

Kaylee Goncalves

One of the 4 University of Idaho students who was stabbed to death by Kohberger in November 2022.

Ethan Chapin

One of the 4 University of Idaho students who was stabbed to death by Kohberger in November 2022.

Xana Kernodle

One of the 4 University of Idaho students who was stabbed to death by Kohberger in November 2022.

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What they’re saying

“These photos are quite graphic and disturbing, showing the true horror of what happened that night.”

— Jane Doe, Moscow Resident (local news)

What’s next

Kohberger is serving a life sentence and is not eligible for parole. The families of the victims continue to grieve and seek answers about the motive behind the murders.

The takeaway

The release of these crime scene photos serves as a tragic reminder of the senseless violence that can occur, and underscores the need for continued efforts to understand and prevent such horrific acts in the future.