Reports circulating online alleging that a 22-year-old named Tyler Robinson has been identified as the killer of U.S. activist Charlie Kirk remain unverified.
American conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot on September 10, 2025, while delivering a speech at Utah Valley University during a Turning Point USA event. The incident occurred less than 20 minutes into his presentation on mass shootings when a gunman opened fire from a rooftop near the venue. Kirk was struck in the neck and died shortly afterward.
Thousands Witness the Attack
The event, attended by around 3,000 people, quickly descended into chaos. Students and attendees were evacuated as security and first responders rushed to the scene. Authorities later confirmed the shooter had used a high-powered bolt-action rifle positioned on a nearby rooftop.
Suspect Named as Tyler Robinson
On September 12, investigators confirmed that 22-year-old Tyler Robinson of Utah had been identified and taken into custody in connection with the shooting. Law enforcement revealed that Robinson acted alone, with evidence pointing to political opposition to Kirk’s views as part of his motivation.
Forensic and Surveillance Evidence
Investigators recovered the suspected rifle, along with forensic evidence from the rooftop. Surveillance footage showed the shooter fleeing the scene, helping officials trace and apprehend the suspect.
National and Political Reactions
The killing drew widespread condemnation across the political spectrum. Utah Governor Spencer Cox described the incident as “a tragic attack on free expression,” while President Donald Trump labeled it a “political assassination.”
The FBI and local law enforcement agencies continue to probe the suspect’s motives, while Turning Point USA and Kirk’s supporters mourn the loss of one of America’s most prominent conservative voices.
