Before Bryan Kohberger was arrested for the brutal murders of four University of Idaho students, there were warning signs—quiet, subtle, and deeply chilling. In this true crime episode, we dive into a newly unsealed police report revealing one of the most unsettling pre-crime encounters yet: Kohberger’s obsessive behavior toward a local barista.
She never wore a name tag. Never introduced herself. And yet, Kohberger said her name like he’d always known it. This wasn’t just a creepy moment—it was the final crack in a pattern she’d been noticing for weeks. Kohberger came in almost daily, often right before closing. He never made small talk with other baristas. He only spoke to her. He asked about her psychology program. Referenced things she hadn’t shared. And he seemed to know exactly when she’d be working.
Then came the comment that confirmed everything. After bringing in a female friend and prompting her to guess where the barista was from, Kohberger turned and said, “See, I told you she was smart.” A joke? Maybe. Or a glimpse into something far more sinister.
In hindsight, she was being watched. Studied. Tracked.
This episode walks you through the entire encounter—from routine coffee orders to a terrifying realization—layered with psychological analysis and forensic context. If you want to understand the mind of Kohberger before the crimes, this is where the mask first slipped.
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