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In today's true crime documentary, we're covering the case of Brian Cohee and analyzing it from an educational legal and psychological perspective.[Video] [I...
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Grisly Discovery in Grand Junction, Colorado
- A 911 call from a mother in Grand Junction, Colorado, reports finding a disturbing secret in her son's closet.
- The caller reports finding a human head and hands wrapped in a plastic bag, leading police to suspect a possible crime scene.
- During the call, the mother also reports finding a second bag with unknown contents, which she has left unopened.
- Police are sent to the scene, where they find a car floating in the Colorado River, belonging to the son, Brian Kohl Jr.
- Brian's mother explains that he has a fascination with the morbid and was interested in becoming a crime scene investigator.
- The officers are unsure what to expect from Brian and are discussing their response, including removing a shotgun from the house.
- The emergency services had previously attended to a call from Brian, who reported a car accident at 2 a.m. on the previous night.
Teenager's mishap at boat ramp leads to a surprising twist
- 19-year-old Brian admits to his mistake of parking his car at a boat ramp and getting stuck.
- The officers initially assume it's a simple mishap but soon realize there is more to the story.
- Brian's parents join the conversation and explain their cautious approach to him getting his driver's license.
- The officers find the situation amusing but are unsure how to handle the car stuck in the water.
- They seek advice from others on how to retrieve the car and explore different options.
- The officers discover that Brian's parents are involved in a life jacket program at the boat ramp.
- Brian's mother expresses embarrassment over the incident but acknowledges it's a new experience for them all.
- The officers admit that they have never seen a situation like this before.
Investigation into Missing Person Report at Blue Heron Boat Ramp
- Officers receive a report about a missing homeless man named Warren Barnes.
- The woman who reports the missing person is the owner of Monique's Bridal downtown and had a friendly relationship with Warren.
- Warren was last seen on Saturday at 5:00 pm, and he was expected to come down to the boat ramp on Sunday but never showed up.
- The woman believes that if something happened to Warren, it might have occurred further up the river, as he would not typically come all the way down to the boat ramp.
- Warren did not have a camp at the boat ramp.
- Someone found Warren's wallet and contacted People Ready, who confirmed that everything appeared to be in it.
Concerns over Missing Person and Disturbing Discovery in Son's Room
- Warren Barnes, a reliable worker, has been reported missing after not showing up for work.
- Monique Lenat, a close friend of Warren, is concerned about his disappearance and his wallet being found at a boat ramp.
- Multiple people have expressed concern and shared positive experiences of interacting with Warren.
- Monique provides a photograph of Warren to aid in the search.
- Brian Koh's father found Warren's wallet in the recovered Ford 500 that Brian accidentally sank in the river.
- Terry Kohi makes a disturbing discovery in Brian's closet, finding what appears to be a human hood.
- Terry contacts the police without alerting Brian.
- Deputies from the Mesa County Sheriff's Office approach Brian calmly to avoid alarming him.
- Brian cooperates with the deputies and hands over his phone and wallet.
- The deputies instruct Brian to face away and place his hands on top of his head while they ensure his safety.
Initial Investigation and Interrogation
- Deputy asks the suspect to sit in the patrol car and wait.
- Suspect's parents discover a disturbing item in the house and inform the deputy.
- Deputy seeks permission to enter the house and verify the item.
- Suspect expresses feeling anxious and unwell.
- Suspect is placed in the back of the patrol car and provided with air conditioning.
- Suspect casually mentions a chilling remark about a bridge.
- Suspect is taken to the Sheriff's Office with the family.
- Investigators speak with the suspect's parents about the incident at the boat ramp.
- Suspect is placed in an interrogation room for further questioning.
Discovery of Suspicious Items in Brian's Car
- Brian's car was found with what appeared to be blood on the bumper.
- Brian had recently undergone a procedure on his armpit, leading to speculation that the blood may have come from that.
- Brian mentioned taking a special effects class which involved fake blood, suggesting that it could be related to that.
- Brian's father discovered a large knife in the glove box of the car and a wallet that did not belong to Brian.
- The wallet was found to belong to someone who works at Labor Ready, and Brian's father contacted the company to inform them.
- Brian claimed that the wallet and the knife were unrelated to any criminal activity, but his father remained skeptical.
- The family initially dismissed the strange accident at the boat ramp, but were unprepared for a shocking discovery made by Terry the next morning.
- Terry found a rubber container in Brian's closet with a white plastic trash bag inside, which turned out to contain a disconcerting item covered in maggots.
- Brian's mother immediately called her husband and they decided to investigate further.
Interview with Brian regarding the murder confession.
- Brian's parents call him back to the house after a horrifying discovery.
- Investigators Pete Berg and Lisa Norc cross join Brian in his room for an interview.
- Brian appears cooperative and pleasant but shows signs of nervousness.
- Brian is diagnosed with ADHD and autism, which may explain his shaking behavior.
- Detectives establish rapport and confirm that Brian is capable of carrying on a normal conversation.
- Brian confesses to the murder, stating that he will likely go to jail for 15 years.
Brian's Mindset and Dark Humor
- Brian exhibits a mindset that nothing is wrong and shows a lack of concern for his actions.
- The bystander effect is mentioned, explaining that people are less likely to intervene in a crime when there are more people watching.
- Brian's detailed confession and casual commentary indicate his truthfulness about his actions.
- Brian has a morbid sense of humor and often makes jokes relating to death, violence, or breaking the law.
- He enjoys getting reactions from people and going against the flow.
- Some people find his humor hilarious, while others find it spiteful and offensive.
- Brian's love for sick humor is noticed by others, including his friends and those in a youth diversion program.
Details of a Violent Crime and Preparations Thereof
- The individual discussed a plan to cut up a human being, specifically someone living on the outskirts of society, with the goal of avoiding detection due to the lack of concern from authorities towards high-risk individuals.
- A homeless person was chosen as the target, and the individual deliberately messed up the victim's clothes to avoid leaving evidence behind, such as fibers from their outfit.
- The individual expressed concern about the police not caring about homeless people and prostitutes, and believed they would get away with the crime.
- The individual had been planning and looking for someone to commit this crime with for about a year, with internet searches on homicidal thoughts and coping with murderous thoughts.
- They had gone on night drives to observe potential targets, but had not come close to committing a crime in the past.
- The individual's mother reported that they had mentioned wanting to kill someone, but not specifically a homeless person, and had talked about killing people in general.
- The individual's lawyer will find it challenging to mount an effective insanity defense due to the detailed premeditation and planning involved in the crime.
Concerns about Brian's Psychological History and Mindset
- Brian's mindset raises questions about his psychological history.
- Brian's internet search history suggests he may have considered disturbing plans.
- Brian's friends acknowledge his strange sense of humor but also recognize that he is different.
- Brian's parents mention his ADHD and potential for psychosis, but struggled to find appropriate referrals for further testing.
- Brian is currently taking ADHD medication and an anti-anxiety/anti-depressant.
- There were concerns about Brian's loneliness and his tendency to make jokes about disturbing topics.
Discussion about Brian's Mental Health and Search History
- Brian admits to having high functioning Asperger's, ADHD, and major depressive disorder.
- He recalls having delusions in the past, such as feeling constantly watched and obsessed with people staring at him.
- Brian denies having multiple personalities or hearing voices.
- Detectives question Brian's mental state to determine if he may have committed the crime under a command hallucination.
- Brian's search history includes articles about notorious killers, reactions to being held at knife point, and deadly neck stab wounds.
- Brian admits to not knowing the identity of the person he killed and only briefly looked at his wallet before taking it.
- The detectives discuss the evidence and the location where the knife was found.
Alleged Serial Killer's Interrogation Transcript
- The transcript reveals a disturbing conversation between detectives and a suspect, who is accused of multiple murders, including the killing of a daycare owner and a missing person.
- The suspect admits to a previous incident in 2018 where he killed a stray black cat, decapitating it and hiding the head in a wine cork box.
- The suspect's behavior shows a sick fascination with decapitation, which was also present in the case of the missing person.
- Detectives ask the suspect about his past, including if he has ever died before, which he denies, and if he has practiced on animals, which he admits to doing.
- The transcript also reveals that rumors of the suspect's cat-killing behavior were widespread in his community, but were often dismissed as a "sick joke."
- A classmate of the suspect recalls hearing rumors of cat thefts in his neighborhood and suspected him of being involved, but did not confront him about it.
- The suspect's interest in violence and death is evident in his statement about finding a dead groundhog by the side of the road and attempting to make leather from its skin.
- The transcript raises concerns about the suspect's mental state and the potential for further violent behavior.
Brian reveals the true story behind his actions on the night of the murder
- Detective Norcross shows great interest in Brian's kits and previous plans, building a strong case against him.
- Brian admits to making dark comments disguised as jokes about harming others, such as poisoning beauty pageant queens.
- Brian explains his trip to the Blue Heren Boat Ramp was not for relaxation but to dispose of the body.
- He reveals that he returned home after the murder to change his clothes and attempted to drive out of the boat ramp.
- Brian's car gets stuck in the river and eventually slides in, leaving him trapped in a quickly flooding car.
Brian's Alibi: A Homicide Investigation
- Brian describes an incident where he was in a river and was almost hypothermic, leading him to hide a body.
- Brian reveals that he was not intoxicated on the night of the murder, potentially closing off a defense in court.
- The police notice blood on the reverse bumper of Brian's car, which he claims was due to his panicked state.
- The investigation reveals more blood on the door handles and multi-layer gloves in the car, which Brian claims to have thrown away.
- Brian's car was pulled out of the river on February 28th, and the interrogation takes place the next day.
- Brian claims that the police did not ask him about the blood on the car, but his parents had noticed it and were curious about its source.
- The police do indeed find more blood in and on the car, confirming Brian's story.
The Tale of a Troubling Friend: A Story of Murder and Deception
- • Brian, a friend to Kylin, had a vastly different account of the events that transpired on the night he dumped Warren's body into the river.
- • After dumping the body, Brian messaged a group on Discord, sharing that his car had ended up in the river, causing concern among his friends.
- • Brian's friend Kylin reported that he was fine, having gotten stuck in the mud while parking his car at the boat ramp and then getting into the river.
- • Brian claimed that he was able to get out of the car and wait on the road for five minutes before being helped by a good Samaritan who let him use their phone to call his parents.
- • However, a different account from the good Samaritan, Kellen, revealed that Brian was pacing and seemed off during the encounter, possibly trying to hide the true nature of his situation.
- • Brian's search history and behavior suggested that he knew right from wrong, and was likely motivated by a desire to avoid detection rather than a lack of attraction to murder.
- • Despite Brian's denials of any sexual attraction to murder, his excitement in recounting the details of the crime to the officers raises doubts about his sincerity.
- • The detectives were determined to uncover the underlying motivations behind Brian's actions.
Warning Signs and Red Flags: Brian's Descent into Violence
- Brian's fascination with serial killers, including Jeffrey Dahmer, began at a young age and was evident in his behavior and conversations.
- His nickname in high school was "Jeffrey D," and he had a reputation for being a person who would become a serial killer.
- Brian's obsession with crime and serial killers was noticeable to his parents, who described him as being "very troubled."
- He wore costumes of serial killers, including Jeffrey Dahmer, to Halloween parties, and his teacher recalled him saying he wanted to be a serial killer.
- Brian's behavior became increasingly disturbing, with teachers expressing concerns about his safety and well-being.
- He wrote about violent and disturbing topics in a notebook, which was found by his teacher.
- Brian's parents attempted to channel his curiosity into positive outlets, but he continued to display concerning behavior.
Troubling Behavior and Concerning Incidents Involving Brian
- Brian's book contains disturbing content on serial killers and includes his own cryptic code.
- He shows an unhealthy obsession with destruction and has outlined plans for Taking Lives.
- Brian has been arrested on assault charges and has exhibited violent behavior towards students.
- School administrators believe that Brian poses a high potential for violence and presents a risk to the school.
- Brian's mother downplays the incidents and sees them as minor behavior issues.
Summary of Brian's Behavior and Social Media Activity.
- Brian had behavior issues at school, leading to him being punished for bringing a prohibited weapon on school grounds.
- He successfully completed probation and his father believed he was nonviolent.
- Brian's social media posts reflected his dark thoughts, including pictures and comments about his beliefs and mental health.
- On Reddit, he mentioned failing classes, needing counseling, and feeling unsupported by his friends.
- Multiple individuals, including a Samaritan who helped him and a classmate, observed Brian's obnoxious and inappropriate behavior.
- Brian expressed a desire for fame and notoriety, but the exact motive behind his actions is still unknown.
- Detectives are interviewing him again to gather more details about the gruesome killing.
Brian's Confession and Motivation for Murder
- Brian deleted the pictures of the victim's hands from his phone, but investigators were still able to extract them.
- Brian concocted a story to his friend, Kylin, about being framed for a murder, but the friend found the story to be ridiculous.
- Brian detailed the murder and its aftermath, including the disposal of the body, to detectives.
- Brian's motivation for the murder was to satisfy his curiosity about what murder would feel like, as inspired by famous serial killers like Bundy and the Zodiac.
- Brian admitted to killing Warren Brown on the night of the 27th and using a knife to do so.
- Brian's teachers were not surprised to hear about his arrest, as he had a familiar name that sparked recognition.
Brian Coh Junor's Interrogation and Sentencing
- Concerns about Ryan's need for additional help in a public school setting.
- Not surprised by the news of what happened.
- Disappointed in the system for not providing the help needed.
- Brian felt intense rush and excitement during the murder but not fear.
- Did not enjoy or hate the act of killing, felt neutral.
- Knowing the outcome, Brian wouldn't have done it again.
- Brian expected the killing to feel like the best feeling in the world but didn't feel much other than excitement.
- Brian compares himself to infamous killers like Ted Bundy.
- Brian is satisfied with how he cooperated with the detectives during the interrogation.
- Brian mentions feeling like Hannibal Lecter when leaving for the booking department.
- Brian pleads not guilty by reason of insanity triggering a psychological evaluation.
- Brian expresses regret for being locked up and missing video games and the internet, but no remorse for the victim.
- Uncertainty about the future and seeking advice.
- Impact of the situation on their lives, work, and ability to have more children.
- Brian is found guilty of evidence tampering, tampering with a deceased human body, and murder in the first degree.
- Brian is sentenced to life in prison without parole.
- Monique lenat reflects on how she wants her friend Lauren to be remembered.
Installation of Permanent Metal Art Memorial for Warren Barn
- A permanent metal art memorial has been installed next to Monique's Bridal downtown.
- The memorial is carefully crafted to reflect Warren Barn's favorite pastime of reading books.
Disturbing Discovery in Colorado Home
- A mother in Grand Junction, Colorado, makes a disturbing 911 call after finding a human head and hands wrapped in a plastic bag in her son's closet.
- The police suspect a possible crime scene and send officers to the house, where they find a car floating in the Colorado River belonging to 19-year-old Brian Kohl Jr.
- Brian's parents reveal that he has a fascination with the morbid and was interested in becoming a crime scene investigator.
- The police are unsure what to expect from Brian and discuss their response, including removing a shotgun from the house.
- The police discover that Brian's parents are involved in a life jacket program at the boat ramp where Brian's car was found stuck in the water.
- A report is made about a missing homeless man named Warren Barnes, who was last seen on Saturday and was expected to come down to the boat ramp on Sunday but never showed up.
- Brian's parents find Warren's wallet in the recovered Ford 500 that Brian accidentally sank in the river.
- The police discover a disturbing item in Brian's closet, which appears to be a human hood, and contact the deputies.
- Brian is approached calmly and instructed to cooperate with the deputies, who ensure his safety and take him to the Sheriff's Office for further questioning.
- Investigators speak with Brian's parents about the incident at the boat ramp and place Brian in an interrogation room for further questioning.
- A large knife and a wallet that did not belong to Brian are found in the car, and Brian claims that they are unrelated to any criminal activity.
Discussion of Brian's Psychological Profile and Involvement in a Murder Case
- Brian exhibits signs of nervousness, ADHD, and autism.
- He confesses to the murder and shows a lack of concern for his actions.
- Brian's love for sick humor and his jokes about death, violence, and breaking the law are noticed by others.
- He planned to commit a crime involving cutting up a homeless person, believing the police wouldn't care.
- Brian's internet search history includes disturbing plans and articles about notorious killers.
- Detectives question Brian's mental state and the possibility of command hallucinations.
- Brian admits to having high functioning Asperger's, ADHD, and major depressive disorder.
- His behavior and fascination with decapitation raise concerns about his mental state and potential for further violence.
Investigating Brian's Motives and Actions in a Homicide Case
- The investigation has revealed that Brian was fascinated with serial killers and had a reputation in high school for being a potential serial killer, earning him the nickname "Jeffrey D."
- Brian's behavior and conversations with officers raise doubts about his sincerity in denying any attraction to murder.
- His search history and behavior suggest that he knew right from wrong and was likely motivated by a desire to avoid detection rather than a lack of attraction to murder.
- Brian's parents and teachers expressed concerns about his safety and well-being due to his disturbing behavior, including writing about violent topics in a notebook and wearing costumes of serial killers to Halloween parties.
- Brian had behavior issues at school, leading to him being punished for bringing a prohibited weapon on school grounds, and had been arrested on assault charges.
- His social media posts reflected his dark thoughts, including pictures and comments about his beliefs and mental health.
- Detectives are still investigating the motive behind Brian's actions in the homicide case.
Warren Brown's Murder Case and the Aftermath
- The perpetrator, Brian, deleted pictures of the victim's hands from his phone, but investigators were able to recover them.
- Brian fabricated a story to his friend about being framed for a murder, but the friend found the story implausible.
- Brian detailed the murder and its aftermath, including the disposal of the body, to detectives.
- Brian's motivation for the murder was to satisfy his curiosity about what murder would feel like, inspired by famous serial killers.
- Brian admitted to killing Warren Brown on the night of the 27th and using a knife to do so.
- Brian's teachers were not surprised to hear about his arrest, as he had a familiar name that sparked recognition.