Charlie Kirk shooting suspect charged with aggravated murder; prosecutor to seek death penalty
Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray announced seven charges against Tyler Robinson, who faces the death penalty for the politically motivated assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University.
- Tyler Robinson, 22, was charged with aggravated murder for the shooting death of Charlie Kirk during an event in Utah.
- Prosecutors will seek the death penalty against Robinson, who is accused of planning the murder.
- Investigators found evidence, including a rifle and ammunition linked to Robinson, indicating a premeditated attack.
- The case has raised concerns about political violence in the U.S., and Robinson's shifting political views are under scrutiny.
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