Curious_C

 Got curious about how Moscow, Idaho got its name. Looked it up on

Wikipedia and there is no agreed upon view on the matter but one suggestion

was that the town clerk who filled out the incorporation form for the city

was from Moscow Pennsylvania and needed a name... Might have been

confused or absent-minded?? So here we are!

Copilot:

Where in Pennsylvania was Kohberger arrested?

Bryan Kohberger was arrested at his parents' home in Chestnuthill Township, located in Monroe County, in the Pocono Mountains region of eastern Pennsylvania.

The arrest took place in the early morning hours of December 30, 2022, and was executed by Pennsylvania State Police in coordination with the FBI and Moscow, Idaho authorities. Tactical teams broke several windows during the operation, which was conducted under evening search warrants requiring additional probable cause due to the timing.

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Where is Moscow Pennsylvania located?

📍 Moscow, Pennsylvania is a small borough located in Lackawanna County, in the northeastern part of the state.

🗺️ Key Location Details:

Coordinates: 41°20′21″N 75°31′45″W

Nearby Cities:

About 11 miles southeast of Scranton

Around 24 miles southwest of Honesdale

ZIP Code: 18444

Area Code: 570

Elevation: Approximately 1,722 feet (525 meters) above sea level

Population (2020): 2,039 residents

Moscow, PA is known for its quiet, rural charm and community-focused lifestyle. It’s nestled in the scenic Pocono Mountains region, making it a peaceful place with access to outdoor recreation and small-town amenities.

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How far would that be from Kohberger's family home?

🚗 Distance from Moscow, Pennsylvania to Chestnuthill Township, Pennsylvania (where Bryan Kohberger was arrested):

Approximate Driving Distance: 65 kilometers (about 40 miles)

Estimated Travel Time: Around 43 minutes

Main Route: Via I-380 South and PA-715

So, Kohberger’s family home in Chestnuthill Township is less than an hour’s drive from Moscow, PA — a curious coincidence given the Idaho town where the murders occurred shares the same name.

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