Kohberger Gets Four Life Sentences; Families React

Stacy Chapin, mother of University of Idaho murder victim Ethan Chapin, reflected publicly on her family's decision not to attend Bryan Kohberger's sentencing, where he received four consecutive life sentences for the November 2022 killings of Ethan and three other students. Stacy described the experience as deeply painful but maintained that the family believes the legal outcome was just. In her Instagram post, she paid tribute to Ethan's joyful spirit and the immense loss felt by his family and siblings. She also expressed gratitude to law enforcement, prosecutors, University of Idaho staff, friends, and the wider community for their support during the investigation and trial. The Chapin family underscored their commitment to honoring Ethan’s legacy and helping others impacted by the tragedy. Their choice to forgo the sentencing was motivated by a desire to protect their emotional well-being.