Police confirmed an arrest in the Charlie Kirk assassination, a shocking act of political violence that left the conservative leader dead after a campus speaking event in Utah.
Kirk, 31, a father of two and founder of Turning Point USA, was shot in the neck while debating students at Utah Valley University on Wednesday. Witnesses described chaos as the crowd screamed and fled while Kirk collapsed under his tent. He was rushed to a hospital and later pronounced dead.
Authorities identified the suspect as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson of Utah. Investigators believe the gunman fired from a rooftop perch 200 yards away, leaving behind a “high-powered, bolt-action rifle,” according to FBI Special Agent Robert Bohls. Surveillance footage and forensic evidence, including a palm print and footprint, tied Robinson to the scene.
President Donald Trump confirmed the arrest Friday on Fox & Friends, crediting both law enforcement and family cooperation. “I think with a high-degree of certainty, we have him,” Trump said, adding, “essentially, someone who knew him turned him in.” Trump also declared he hopes the suspect receives the death penalty if convicted.
Sources revealed Robinson’s father helped facilitate his surrender, a move that may have prevented further violence.
