US EditionPres. Trump Announces Suspect in Custody in Kirk Murder
A tip from a clergyman and intervention by the suspect's father led to the arrest of 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, with over 7,000 leads investigated, officials said.
- Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot during a Turning Point debate Q&A at Utah Valley University on Wednesday and died after being rushed to a hospital.
- Authorities apprehended 22-year-old Utah resident Tyler Robinson after his father, a longtime law enforcement officer, reported him following a confession.
- On Thursday, investigators at both the federal and state levels made available images and video of the suspect, receiving over 7,000 tips as the investigation into the motive continues amid ongoing discussions about political violence and security at events.
- On Friday, President Donald Trump expressed strong confidence that the suspect was apprehended, noting that law enforcement had the individual in custody and praising the efforts of everyone involved. He also voiced support for the suspect receiving the death penalty.
- The arrest has drawn widespread criticism and heightened conversations about expression rights, security measures at gatherings, and escalating political divides, while Kirk’s family has been honored with tributes and Trump plans to attend the funeral.
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'Very interesting' Trump omission in Kirk killer comments singled out on MSNBC
Reviewing what has transpired since far-right conservative Charlie Kirk was gunned down on a Utah college campus on Wednesday and his alleged killer was taken into custody on Friday, one MSNBC host pointed to comments made by Donald Trump in the aftermath and what was missing.Discussing what follo...
Authorities detail investigation and arrest of suspect in Charlie Kirk’s killing
The man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk is now in custody. The arrest came after an extensive search by law enforcement officials, with the FBI calling on the public for help, and it was information from the suspect’s own family members that ultimately led to his capture. Stephanie Sy reports.
US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that the suspect in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk had been arrested. US authorities later said the suspect's ammunition had anti-fascist slogans on it.
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