FBI releases nearly 500 pages of OJ Simpson records

FBI Releases Nearly 500 Pages of O.J. Simpson Records

Following O.J. Simpson's death two months ago, the FBI has made public nearly 500 pages of records related to him.

Focus of the Investigation

The documents primarily concern the 1994 criminal investigation into the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman, with Simpson identified as a suspect.

Simpson consistently claimed innocence and was acquitted in the high-profile criminal trial. However, he was later held liable in a civil trial and ordered to pay $33 million to the victims' families.

Key Evidence in the Records

The FBI files emphasize the forensic evidence examined during the case, particularly fiber samples.

A significant part of the records detail efforts to track the purchase of Bruno Magli-style size 12 shoes, which played a crucial role in Simpson’s trials.

An FBI expert testified at the criminal trial that Simpson's shoe size matched the bloody shoeprints left behind at the murder scene, linking them to the high-end Bruno Magli brand.

Despite Simpson denying he ever wore Bruno Magli shoes during the civil trial, photos were uncovered showing him wearing the brand.

Additional Details

The records include notes and photos regarding the shoes.
The FBI contacted numerous stores selling Bruno Magli shoes in an attempt to connect Simpson to a purchase.

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Author's summary: Newly released FBI records shed light on forensic evidence and investigative efforts linking O.J. Simpson to the murder scene through shoeprint analysis, deepening understanding of the case’s details.

WSBT — 2025-11-01