FBI Releases Nearly 500 Pages of O.J. Simpson Records
The FBI has made public close to 500 pages of documents related to O.J. Simpson following his death two months ago. These records focus on the criminal investigation into the 1994 murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman, with Simpson identified as a suspect.
Simpson always claimed innocence and was acquitted in the high-profile criminal trial. However, he was found liable in a civil case and ordered to pay $33 million to the victims' families.
Focus on Forensic Evidence
The FBI files mainly detail the examination of forensic evidence, including fiber samples linked to the case. A significant portion is dedicated to tracing the purchase of Bruno Magli-style size 12 shoes, which were crucial pieces of evidence.
An FBI expert testified at the criminal trial that Simpson's shoe size matched the bloody shoeprints discovered at the crime scene and that the prints were associated with the high-end Bruno Magli brand.
During the civil trial, Simpson denied ever wearing Bruno Magli shoes. Nonetheless, photographs surfaced showing him wearing that brand.
Investigation into Shoe Purchase
The documents contain notes, photographs, and descriptions of how the FBI attempted to link Simpson to a shoe purchase by reaching out to various stores that sold Bruno Magli shoes.
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Summary: The FBI's recently released files on O.J. Simpson highlight forensic investigations, especially focusing on Bruno Magli shoes, a key factor connecting Simpson to the 1994 murders.