​In a recent ruling, Judge Steven Hippler denied Bryan Kohberger's motion to exclude expert testimony identifying a white sedan seen near the crime scene as a 2014–2016 Hyundai Elantra. The defense argued that linking various surveillance videos to the same vehicle was speculative and could prejudice the jury. However, the judge determined that law enforcement's conclusions were based on logical inferences drawn from multiple surveillance sources, including footage from 1112 King Road and 1125 Ridge Road. These videos captured a white sedan making several passes near the crime scene shortly before the murders, supporting the identification of the vehicle's make and model.


Judge Hippler emphasized that expert opinions derived from such evidence are permissible and do not infringe upon the jury's role in determining guilt. He noted that the investigators' analysis, based on their training and experience, provided a reasonable basis for their conclusions. As a result, the prosecution is allowed to present expert testimony regarding the vehicle's identification during the trial, while the jury will ultimately assess the credibility and significance of this evidence.​


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