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Family of Charlie Kirk plans suit against Utah university over alleged security lapses
The filing says UVU lacked a written security plan, staffed only six officers and failed to monitor rooftops around the event.
- On Wednesday, attorneys for the family of Charlie Kirk publicly released a notice of claim against Utah Valley University, alleging that security failures led to the CEO's fatal shooting on September 10, 2025.
- Attorneys described the shooting as "entirely preventable," citing "reckless decisions" by UVU officials who failed to secure rooftops or establish a safe perimeter for the event attended by 3,000 people.
- The notice alleges that UVU Police Chief Jeffrey Long requested approval from then-UVU President Astrid Tuminez to allocate more than six officers—representing only 25% of the police force—but his request was denied.
- This filing is a required legal step under Utah law to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit within two years, naming the State of Utah, the university, and former administrators as potential defendants.
- Accused shooter Tyler Robinson remains in custody awaiting trial for aggravated murder, with a trial date expected at an October 23 hearing. The notice ensures the family can pursue a court remedy over the next year.
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Charlie Kirk's family signals intent to sue, alleging 'stunning failures' led to on-campus assassination
The family of Charlie Kirk alleges that a "series of stunning failures and reckless decisions" by Utah Valley University led to the conservative activist's assassination.
·New York, United States
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Family of Charlie Kirk plans suit against Utah university over alleged security lapses
The family of conservative U.S. political activist Charlie Kirk plans to sue a Utah university over his fatal shooting there, alleging inadequate security contributed to his death, according to a notice of claim sent by the family's lawyers.
·London, United Kingdom
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Charlie Kirk’s family says security failures by Utah officials led to his assassination
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Charlie Kirk’s family blamed Utah officials for failing to prevent the conservative activist’s assassination at a state university, in a wrongful death notice announced Wednesday that presages a possible lawsuit.
·Toronto, Canada
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