The tragic murders of four University of Idaho students have left the nation reeling, with each passing day deepening the mystery surrounding the case. As the investigation enters its fifth week, the victims’ families grapple with unimaginable grief and a desperate search for answers. Now, Kaylee Goncalves’ father, Steve Goncalves, is speaking out, expressing frustration with the investigation’s pace and revealing chilling new details about his daughter’s injuries.
“These Were Big Open Gouges”: A Father’s Pain and the Search for Truth
In an emotional interview with Fox News Digital, Steve Goncalves shared his unsettling conversation with Latah County Coroner Cathy Mabbutt. “She says, ‘Sir, I don’t think stabs is the right word, it was like tears, like this was a strong weapon, not like a stab,'” Goncalves revealed. “She said these things were big open gouges. She said it was quick. These weren’t something where you were going to be able to call 9-1-1. They were not going to slowly bleed out.”
These chilling words paint a gruesome picture of the violence inflicted upon Kaylee and contradict earlier reports that downplayed the brutality of the attacks.
Forensic Expert Weighs In: Unpacking the Coroner’s Statements
To understand the implications of these new revelations, we spoke with renowned forensic death investigator Joseph Scott Morgan, host of the popular true crime podcast “Body Bags.”
Morgan, a veteran investigator with decades of experience analyzing crime scenes, expressed concern over the terminology used by the coroner. “Tearing is not something that’s associated with sharp force injuries,” he explained. “Tearing creates a situation where you have connective tissue or tissue bridging, which is most often associated with lacerations caused by blunt force trauma.”
This discrepancy raises questions about the accuracy of the information provided to Steve Goncalves and the potential for misunderstandings.
“They Should Be Looking Out for a Sadistic Male”: Controversy Surrounds Potential Profiler
Adding fuel to the fire, Steve Goncalves also revealed his belief that the perpetrator is a male, a conclusion he reached based on the severity of the injuries and information purportedly shared by the coroner. “I got outraged by them [the police] not just coming out and saying this was a woman or a man because they should know by the amount of strength it took to deliver the injuries,” Goncalves stated. “They’re just being cowards. There are girls walking around the streets right now that deserve to know. They should be looking out for a sadistic male.”
However, Morgan cautions against jumping to conclusions based on perceived strength alone. “How are you going to measure strength?” he questioned. “For all I know, this individual probably is a sadist, but how are you going to measure that?”
Unanswered Questions and the Long Road Ahead
While the details surrounding the Idaho student murders remain shrouded in mystery, the latest revelations from Kaylee Goncalves’ father highlight the urgent need for clarity and transparency in this investigation.
As the families of the victims continue to mourn, the nation watches and waits, hoping that justice will prevail and the truth will be revealed.
What We Know So Far
- Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin were found dead in their off-campus home on November 13, 2022.
- The victims sustained multiple stab wounds, with Kaylee Goncalves’ father claiming her injuries were more severe than the others.
- No suspects have been named, and the murder weapon remains missing.
- Authorities are asking for the public’s help in providing any information related to the case.
FAQs
Q: What is the latest update on the investigation?
A: Police are actively pursuing leads but have not identified any suspects or made any arrests.
Q: What kind of weapon was used in the attacks?
A: While the exact weapon is unknown, initial reports suggested a fixed-blade knife. However, recent statements from Kaylee Goncalves’ father have cast doubt on those claims.
Q: Were there any signs of forced entry into the home?
A: Authorities have not released any information about the point of entry or whether there were signs of forced entry.
Q: Is there a timeline for when we might expect to see an arrest in this case?
A: No, authorities have not provided a timeline for when an arrest might be made.
Stay Informed
The investigation into the Idaho student murders is ongoing. We will continue to provide updates as new information becomes available.
