SPOKANE, Wash. – A judge granted Bryan Kohberger’s request for a change of venue in the murder trial of four University of Idaho students, drawing a “disappointed” reaction from the family of victim Kaylee Goncalves.
“The family is incredibly disappointed in the Judge’s ruling granting the change of venue. The only good thing about this decision is it will be Judge Judge’s last decision in this case, ” the Goncalves family said.
“The family has always felt that Judge Judge favored the defense, and it was a common theme that whatever the defense wanted or needed they got.”
The motion was granted by Judge John Judge on Monday morning with no new county picked in the case yet.
The Goncalves also noted the need for prayers and support amid there disappointment.
“As victims’s families you are left to just watch like everyone else and really you have little rights or say in the process and at the same time you are the most vested in the outcome.”
“We have always felt that a fair and impartial jury could be found in Latah County and still believe that is where the trial deserves to be held to help the community heal. Thank you again for all your support and prayers!”
