Here's a direct link to the Moscow PD news conference
MPD confirms Pennsylvania arrest, says it's for the murder of the #Idaho4 students.
MPD confirms he resides in Pullman and is a WSU grad student.
MPD says they will be limited in info released until he appears in court.
MPD chief now giving some stats and some recap background.
Continuing to give information previously released.
"These murders have shaken our community, and no arrest will bring back our young students. However, we believe justice will come through the criminal justice system."
Fry, the MPD chief, says the work is not done. Is now lauding his agency.
"I recognize the frustation in the lack of information released..." claims giving too much info may have hindered the investigation or tipped off the suspect.
Fry now further lauding his agency and other law enforcement agencies.
Fry thanking the community, and kindness of folks locally.
Fry closes by "thanking our media partners for their help."
Bill Thompson, Latah Co. prosecutor says "it's sad to be here but happy to be here at the same time."
Says Bryan Kohlberger charged with four counts of murder, as well as for breaking into his home.
Says Bryan Kohlberger charged with four counts of murder, as well as for breaking into his home.
Thompson says the probable cause affidavit is sealed until Kohlberger is back in Idaho. "At that time, we expect that affidavit will be available to you so you can share the true facts with all your readers and your watchers..."
Thompson says Kohlberger has a residence in Pullman and is a WSU student. Scheduled to be back in court in PA next Tuesday. Public defender appointed.
He can waive extradition, or the state can initiate proceedings if he decides not to waive that right.
Thompson now talking about process.
Thompson emphasizes the primary source of information will be court records. "We are limited by what we are allowed by the courts to say outside the courtroom."
Thompson says this isn't the end, but a new beginning. Asks that media outlets tell public to provide any info on Kohlberger to the MPD tipline. They are still investigating.
Bottom line: Bryan Kohlberger has been arrested in Pennsylvania. He's a WSU student and lives in Pullman. He's charged with the murders of the four Idaho students and few additional details will be available until he's back in Idaho.
Lt. Kedrick Wills of ISP: "These tragic murders took four vibrant lives from our community. We can't bring them back. The best thing we can do... is to bring this to a successful conclusion."
Wills also lauding his law enforcement agencies and other agencies.
UI President Scott Green: "Today's news of arrest is a welcome one. It's a relief to our community." Thanks Gov. Little for financial support for campus security. Thanks ISP. "We never lost faith this case would be solved" and thanks MPD and FBI.
Green: "This crime has nevertheless left a mark on our community, our university and our state. With time we will heal. We will move forward together, and we will remain Vandal strong."
MPD chief Fry back at the podium. He will take questions, but again stresses factual info is under seal.
First question was going to go to (WSU) Evergreen or UI Argonaut - though it's break and they were absent.
Fry says community members should still be viligent and aware of their surroundings.
*vigilant
NBC News reporter asking about speculation that Kohlberger asked if anyone was in custody when he was arrested. Fry says he can't comment on that.
A national tabloid TV reporter asks about house cleanup stopping. Fry says that was from a request from the court.
Fox News asks about motive. Fry says he can't comment but asks for public to keep bringing tips.
CNN asks if Kohlberger knew the victims. Fry says he can't comment.
@apalermotweets asks about the general lack of information released and protecting investigation. Fry says he "100% stands behind" the investigation. "We want to have a situation where when this goes to trial we've done everything right."
Kohlberger says they have found a Hyundai Elantra - but they have not located the weapon.
CBS News asks about Kohlberger's suspect to Pennsylvania. Fry says "all I know is he lives in Pennsylvania." The prosecutor earlier said he lives in Pullman.
Increased police presence at UI will continue.
@MattLoveless asks if Kohlberger returned to WSU after Nov. 13. Fry said info would come out in the future.
That's the end of the news conference.
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