FBI Releases Nearly 500 Pages of O.J. Simpson Records
The FBI has made public almost 500 pages of documents related to O.J. Simpson following his death two months ago. These files focus on the criminal investigation of the 1994 murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman, with Simpson identified as a suspect.
Although Simpson consistently claimed innocence and was acquitted in the criminal trial, he was later held responsible in a civil trial and ordered to pay $33 million to the victims' families.
Contents of the Released FBI Records
The documents primarily examine forensic evidence, including fiber samples and shoeprint analysis. A significant part details the FBI’s efforts to trace purchases of Bruno Magli-style size 12 shoes, a crucial piece of evidence.
An FBI expert testified during the criminal trial that Simpson’s shoe size matched the bloody shoeprints found at the murder scene, which were linked to the exclusive Bruno Magli brand.
Despite Simpson’s denial of ever wearing Bruno Magli shoes during the civil trial, photographs surfaced showing him wearing this shoe brand.
FBI Investigation Tactics
The records reveal notes, photographs, and correspondence showing how the FBI contacted multiple stores selling Bruno Magli shoes to establish a connection between Simpson and a shoe purchase matching the evidence.
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"Simpson denied ever wearing Bruno Magli shoes during his testimony in the civil trial, but photos were uncovered showing him wearing the brand."
Author's Summary: The FBI's release of detailed records on O.J. Simpson sheds new light on forensic evidence and investigative efforts linking him to the 1994 double murders, highlighting key trial controversies.