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4chan Idaho4: Investigating the Intersection of Online Sleuthing and Criminal Investigations

"The "Idaho4" case, involving the tragic murders of four University of Idaho students—Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin—in November 2022, represents a pivotal moment in the history of digital forensics and amateur investigation. The term "4chan Idaho4" specifically refers to the massive wave of speculation, theory-crafting, and amateur detective work that occurred on imageboards like 4chan’s /pol/ and /b/ boards during the early stages of the investigation. While official law enforcement agencies worked to secure crime scene evidence, corners of the internet became self-appointed investigative hubs, leading to bo..."

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