FBI releases nearly 500 pages of OJ Simpson records

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

The FBI has made public almost 500 pages of documents connected to O.J. Simpson, following his death two months earlier. The collection focuses largely on the 1994 murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman, for which Simpson was named a suspect.

Simpson always maintained his innocence and was acquitted in the widely watched criminal trial. However, a later civil trial held him liable for both deaths and ordered him to pay $33 million to the victims’ families.

Focus of the FBI Files

The records emphasize forensic examinations such as fiber analysis and other physical evidence. A major part of the release discusses the investigation into the purchase of Bruno Magli size 12 shoes, a crucial element in both trials.

“An FBI expert testified that Simpson’s shoe size matched the bloody prints found at the murder scene, which were linked to the luxury Bruno Magli brand.”

During the civil proceedings, Simpson denied owning or wearing Bruno Magli shoes. Yet, photographs later surfaced showing him wearing them, reinforcing the prosecution’s case.

Included Materials

Forensic evidence reports and lab notes
Photographs of the shoeprints and related comparisons
Records of FBI communication with retailers of Bruno Magli shoes

Related Context

The materials also touch on public and media interest surrounding the case, as renewed attention coincides with an upcoming documentary on Nicole Brown Simpson’s life and legacy.

Author’s summary: The newly released FBI documents on O.J. Simpson shed light on forensic investigations—including the infamous Bruno Magli shoes—that shaped one of America’s most watched trials.

WSBT — 2025-11-01