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The video centers on a tragic and chilling crime involving Brian Kohi Jr. in Grand Junction, Colorado. The narrative begins with the horrific discovery of human remains by Brian's mother, leading to the investigation of a missing man, Warren Barnes. Throughout the video, Brian's disturbing actions and behaviors are detailed, including his confessions of murder and meticulous efforts to cover his tracks. His interactions with law enforcement reveal a lack of remorse and a calculated mindset, driven by a deep-seated fascination with violence and serial killers. Brian's history of alarming behaviors and mental health issues are also explored, underlined by his troubling interests and actions from a young age. The culmination of the investigation and trial results in Brian's conviction for first-degree murder, with the jury rejecting his insanity plea, leading to a life sentence without parole. The video concludes by reflecting on the impact of the crime on the community and a memorial dedicated to the victim.
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In this segment, the video discusses a chilling series of events starting with a mother’s discovery of a human head and hands in her son’s room in Grand Junction, Colorado, on March 1, 2021. She calls 911, expressing fears while the son, Brian, is outside the house. The dispatcher gathers details from the distressed mother about the found remains. The video then shifts to the previous day when officers respond to a call at 2 a.m., finding Brian’s vehicle partially submerged in the Colorado River. Brian and his parents explain how the car ended up in the river, initially taken as a youthful mishap. However, a discovery of blood on the car raises further suspicion about a more sinister background connected to the earlier found human remains.
00:10:00
In this part of the video, officers investigate a mysterious red substance on a car’s bumper, which the owner denies is blood and claims he is uninjured. Despite these concerns, they release the car. The next day, police respond to a report of a missing homeless man, Warren Barnes, last seen at Monique’s Bridal. Monique describes Warren’s routine reliability and the discovery of his wallet at a boat ramp, prompting police concern. Concurrently, Brian Koh’s mother, Terry, discovers a human head in her son’s closet. Deputies approach Brian calmly to avoid escalating the situation. Brian admits to possessing human remains and is taken into custody, while his parents recount finding Warren’s wallet in Brian’s car.
00:20:00
In this part of the video, the father, Brian Kohi Sr., discovers a large knife and a frozen wallet in his son’s glove box. Upon finding these suspicious items, he contacts labor ready and a missing person’s workplace related to the wallet. Brian Jr. provides a seemingly innocent explanation but the father remains skeptical, especially after noticing blood smears on the bumper. The next morning, the mother finds a disturbing bag in Brian Jr.’s room and contacts her husband, leading to an urgent family meeting. Brian is then interrogated by the detectives, where he oddly confesses outright to murder with a tone that suggests a lack of remorse. He candidly recounts driving around the night of the crime, ultimately leading to his confession of murder.
00:30:00
In this segment of the video, a person named Brian describes a gruesome incident where he discovers a large object wrapped in a canvas on a railway track, which turns out to be a homeless individual. Brian details his preparations, including putting on multiple layers of gloves to avoid leaving fingerprints, and then graphically narrates how he approached and fatally stabbed the victim. The description includes the victim’s reactions and Brian’s own eerie calm and animalistic behavior during the act. Post-incident, Brian speaks about the steps he took to conceal the crime, such as dismembering the body and disposing of evidence. Additionally, it is highlighted that Brian’s detailed and casual recounting, his morbid sense of humor, and his meticulous efforts to cover his tracks will likely be crucial for his prosecution.
00:40:00
In this part of the video, Brian discusses his detailed actions and thought process surrounding a gruesome crime. He describes how he disposed of body parts by scattering them around a bridge area and provides crime scene dimensions with unsettling enthusiasm. Despite his grotesque confessions, he shows a cooperative demeanor and seems to take pride in his knowledge of forensics, notably explaining a “three rule” for body decomposition. Investigators, while deeply disturbed, validate his account, leading to his continued engagement. Brian’s nonchalance and extensive premeditation highlight his chilling attitude and methodical nature, including his deliberate selection of a vulnerable victim to minimize police attention. Furthermore, details about his meticulous dismemberment process and intentions for disposing of the head and hands in a paint bucket reveal a highly calculated mindset. His exploration of homicidal urges over the span of a year and search history on coping with murderous thoughts illustrate his deep-seated fixation on committing the crime.
00:50:00
In this segment of the video, Brian candidly discusses his disturbing thoughts and behaviors. He speaks about his conflicting desires towards women, expressing both affection and violent fantasies. His friends describe their group as unusual, noting that Brian’s odd behavior was often dismissed as part of his personality. However, even they acknowledged jokingly that if anyone in their group could be a killer, it would be Brian, although they never took it seriously.
Brian’s parents reveal his mental health history, including ADHD, autism, and suggestions of possible psychosis, with current medications for ADHD and anxiety. Despite receiving counseling, Brian exhibited antisocial behavior and frequently made concerning jokes about violence and self-harm. Detectives inquire about his diagnoses to understand his psychological state and his awareness of right and wrong during the crime.
Brian admits to looking up notorious killers and violent topics online before the murder, indicating premeditation. He shows little interest in his victim, only noting that he took the victim’s wallet. When asked about the crime scene, Brian explains where the murder weapon was found and describes cleaning it post-crime. His nonchalant attitude about wearing a Halloween costume associated with violence during the act further unsettles the investigators, who are left preparing for even more shocking revelations in the continuation of the interrogation.
01:00:00
In this part of the video, the focus is on a disturbing confession by Brian about his cruel actions towards a stray black cat in 2018. Brian describes how he trapped the cat, beat it, strangled it, and eventually decapitated it, before hiding its body and head in different boxes. This behavior showed a pattern similar to his treatment of another victim, Warren. Various people recount rumors and personal unease about Brian’s actions and intentions, noting his interest in dark and violent topics. There are also mentions of Brian admitting to finding and skinning a groundhog. The segment highlights how Brian’s troubling behavior started in high school and how his family failed to take serious action despite discovering concerning items in his possession. The confession continues with Brian explaining his meticulous plans for future violent acts, including detailed plans involving prostitutes and the assembly of a torture kit. Detectives show keen interest, encouraging Brian to reveal more, helping build a strong case against him.
01:10:00
In this part of the video, the individual recounts a harrowing experience where their car got stuck and slid into a freezing river, leading to a near-death situation due to hypothermia. They managed to escape and seek help. The story unfolds, revealing that the car was connected to a crime scene, with blood found on the vehicle. The individual’s interactions with the police and their delayed responses to friends on Discord are detailed. It also touches on their behavior at the scene, showing signs of panic and odd calmness. The video further explores the person’s macabre interests, including searches related to erasing evidence and knowledge of serial killers, indicating a deeper, troubling mindset. Their past behavior, dressed as notorious figures like Jeffrey Dahmer, also gets mentioned, highlighting an unsettling fascination with serial killers from a young age.
01:20:00
In this part of the video, there is an in-depth discussion about Brian’s concerning behavior and interests, which were observed by his parents, teachers, and peers. His fascination with crime, serial killers, and morbid topics was noted from a young age, with attempts from his mother to channel this interest positively. Despite these efforts, Brian exhibited several alarming behaviors at school, including owning a notebook with disturbing content, causing panic attacks, and having altercations with other students, resulting in suspensions and probation. His social media presence further reflected his dark thoughts and troubled state. Brian’s parents had a different perception of his behavior, often downplaying the severity of the incidents. His fixation on notoriety and a desire for fame also emerged as potential motives behind his actions, although the ultimate reason remains unclear as investigators delve deeper into his story.
01:30:00
In this segment, the individual recounts a gruesome murder in explicit detail. They describe how they targeted the victim’s neck and head initially, stabbed various parts of the victim’s body, and eventually decapitated the victim. The individual mentions taking photographs of the scene, which they later deleted but were recovered by authorities. During questioning, the individual admits to being driven by a long-standing curiosity about murder, influenced by infamous killers like Ted Bundy and the Zodiac Killer. This chilling narrative outlines premeditation and post-murder actions, including attempts to deceive a friend and cover up evidence. The interrogation reveals the individual’s lack of remorse and satisfaction from the act, indicating a twisted state of mind.
01:40:00
In this part of the video, the discussion revolves around Brian K.’s psychological evaluation and trial after pleading Not Guilty by reason of insanity for a murder. Brian displayed a lack of remorse and was more concerned about the personal inconvenience of being in prison. The video covers the impacts of the crime on those involved, including Brian’s family business and personal lives. Ultimately, the jury rejected the insanity plea, finding Brian guilty of multiple charges, including First Degree Murder. Contrary to Brian’s expectations of a 15-year sentence, he was given life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. He is currently serving his sentence in Colorado Springs. The video concludes with a reflection on the victim, Lauren, highlighting a memorial dedicated to her.