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Judge sends Charlie Kirk murder case to trial with defendant facing potential death penalty
Prosecutors said evidence shows Robinson endangered hundreds at the event and could face death penalty exposure if convicted.
- On Tuesday, Utah District Judge Tony Graf found probable cause to try Tyler Robinson for the aggravated murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, with six related charges stemming from the September 10, 2025, shooting at Utah Valley University.
- Prosecutors detailed how Robinson shot Kirk from a rooftop 415 feet away during an open-air event at the university, triggering an intense 30-plus hour manhunt before the defendant surrendered to local authorities last year.
- Evidence includes video, DNA, and text messages where Robinson allegedly admitted to the killing; Deputy Utah County Attorney Ryan McBride argued Robinson targeted the Turning Point USA founder specifically because of ideological views.
- Judge Graf approved the aggravated murder charge, ruling that Robinson's actions endangered others in the crowd—a factor making him eligible for the death penalty. Robinson entered a not guilty plea following the decision.
- Kirk's family called the ruling "an important step in our family's pursuit of justice." The next preliminary hearing is scheduled for October 23, where officials expect to set an official trial date.
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