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 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 sensational criminal trial. However, he was later found responsible in a civil trial and ordered to pay $33 million to the victims’ families.
Focus on Forensic Evidence
The released FBI files mainly examine forensic details, such as fiber samples collected during the investigation. A significant portion discusses the FBI's efforts to trace the purchase of size 12 Bruno Magli-style shoes, a critical piece of evidence in the trials.
An FBI expert testified at the criminal trial that Simpson’s shoe size matched the bloody shoeprints found at the murder scene and linked them to the high-end Bruno Magli label.
Despite this, Simpson denied wearing Bruno Magli shoes during his civil trial testimony. However, photographs surfaced showing him wearing the brand.
Details in the FBI Records
- Notes and photographs related to the Bruno Magli shoes
- Information on how the FBI contacted numerous stores to track a possible purchase by Simpson
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Author’s summary: The FBI’s newly released files provide detailed insight into forensic evidence and investigations connecting O.J. Simpson to the 1994 murders, highlighting the shoeprints and investigative efforts.