On November 13, 2022, a tragic incident unfolded at a rental home near the University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho, where four students were brutally stabbed to death. Recently released audio from a 911 call made by the roommates on that fateful day sheds light on the chaotic moments following the stabbings. The recording, made at 11:55 a.m., captures a tense atmosphere as the callers realized that one of their friends was unresponsive.

The first woman to contact emergency services expressed her distress, stating, "Something happened in our house," while struggling to convey their location through her tears. As her emotions overwhelmed her, another female roommate took over the call. She informed the dispatcher that one of their friends was "passed out" and had been intoxicated the night before but was now unresponsive. Disturbingly, she also mentioned that they had seen a man in their house the previous night, raising concerns about a potential intruder.

As the dispatcher attempted to gather crucial information, the initial caller returned to the line, trying to explain what had occurred at around 4 a.m. However, the dispatcher focused on the immediate concern—checking on the unconscious individual—cutting her off. The callers reassured the dispatcher that they would check on their friend, only to report back moments later that she was still unresponsive and not breathing. The chaos escalated, with the caller’s voice shaky as she disclosed the age of the individual in distress, identifying her as just 20 years old.

A male voice then interrupted, affirming the urgency of the situation by stating that the woman was indeed not breathing. The dispatcher requested that the callers stop passing the phone around to maintain coherence in the communication. The call concluded shortly after, as police officers arrived at the scene. The emotional weight of the call illustrates the panic and confusion that accompanied the tragic discovery of their friends’ fate.

The suspect in this horrifying case is Bryan Kohberger, who faces four counts of murder in connection with the brutal deaths of the four University of Idaho students: Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen, and Kaylee Goncalves. Following the events of that night, a not-guilty plea was entered on Kohberger's behalf, and prosecutors have indicated that they will pursue the death penalty if he is found guilty.

Kohberger is scheduled to stand trial starting August 11, with proceedings expected to last over three months. The case has garnered significant public attention, highlighting concerns about safety and justice in college towns. The devastating impact of this crime serves as a haunting reminder of the fragility of life and the devastating consequences that violence can bring to a community.

In the wake of the tragedy, the rental house where the stabbings took place has been demolished, signifying an attempt by the community to move forward from the incident that shocked the nation. As Kohberger’s trial approaches, the focus remains on the quest for justice for the victims and their families.