Forensic Files

Bryan Kohberger's sentencing. Dentist's girlfriend takes the stand. And a Wisconsin 30-year old cold case.

Dateline NBC

  • Jul 24, 2025
  • 27:11
  • Full Episode
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<p>In Idaho, families of the University of Idaho students murdered in their beds confront their killer Bryan Kohberger with words of anger and defiance, paying tribute to their loved ones. In Colorado, Dr. James Craig's girlfriend takes the stand against him as his trial on charges of fatally poisoning his wife enters its second week. And in Wisconsin, an unusual traffic stop cracks open a 30 year old double murder case.</p><p> </p><p>Find out more about the cases covered each week here: <a href="http://www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com">www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com</a></p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>

Brief Summary

Brian Koberger is sentenced for the Idaho student murders; dentist James Craig's trial reveals shocking testimonies; a Wisconsin cold case resurfaces with new evidence.

Key points

  • Emotional Courtroom Statements. Families of the victims confront Koberger with raw emotion and powerful words.
  • Survivor's Trauma. Dylan Mortenson shares the lasting impact of the murders on her life.
  • Koberger's Sentencing. Brian Koberger receives four life sentences after pleading guilty to multiple murders.
  • Olivia's Powerful Confrontation. Kaylee's sister, Olivia, delivers a poignant statement directly to Koberger.
  • Koberger's Lack of Emotion. Koberger shows no emotion during the emotional statements made by victims' families.
  • The Coerced Confession Debate. The defense argues that Tony's confession was coerced after a lengthy interrogation.

Episode highlights

Tension

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