FBI Releases Nearly 500 Pages of O.J. Simpson Records
The FBI has published close to 500 pages of documents connected to O.J. Simpson, following his death two months ago. These records provide detailed insight into the agency’s criminal investigation surrounding the 1994 murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman, where Simpson was identified as the main suspect.
Simpson consistently asserted his innocence and was acquitted in a widely publicized criminal trial. However, he was later deemed liable for their deaths in a civil case and ordered to pay $33 million in damages to the victims’ families.
Focus of the FBI Files
The released records primarily emphasize forensic analyses, including fiber examinations and other physical evidence gathered at the time. A significant segment of the documents discusses attempts by investigators to trace the purchase of size 12 Bruno Magli-style shoes, which became pivotal evidence in the trial.
"An FBI expert testified at the criminal trial that Simpson's shoe size matched the bloody shoeprints left behind at the scene of the murders. He said the prints led to the high-end Bruno Magli label."
During the civil proceedings, Simpson denied ever owning or wearing shoes from the Italian brand Bruno Magli. Nonetheless, later photographs revealed him wearing the exact model he denied having.
Context and Related Developments
Separately, President Donald Trump announced a new agreement with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk concerning their obesity treatment drugs. Meanwhile, a new Lifetime documentary exploring the life and legacy of Nicole Brown Simpson is also set to premiere soon.
Author’s Summary: The newly released FBI documents shed light on the evidence and controversies that shaped O.J. Simpson’s trials, reigniting public interest in one of America’s most infamous cases.