Charlie Kirk Assassination Suspect Identified as Tyler Robinson, Turned in by Father
- A suspect in the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has been identified as Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old Utah man turned in by his own father
- President Trump confirmed the arrest during a live interview, calling Kirk a “martyr for truth and freedom” and urging the death penalty for the accused
- Utah Governor Spencer Cox described the killing as a “political assassination” and a “dark day for our state”
President Trump announced on Friday morning that a suspect in the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk had been identified and apprehended, following a tip-off from the suspect’s own father.
Speaking live on Fox & Friends from the network’s Manhattan studio, Trump stated, “I think, with a high degree of certainty, we have him,” revealing that he had received the news just minutes before his 8 a.m. interview.
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The president explained that “somebody who was very close to him turned him in,” later clarifying that the tip came via “a minister who was involved with law enforcement.” Trump did not name the suspect during the broadcast, but The Post later confirmed the individual as Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old resident of Utah.
Utah Governor Spencer Cox Confirms Arrest of Tyler Robinson
Utah Governor Spencer Cox confirmed the arrest of Robinson at 10 p.m. on Thursday, approximately 33 hours after Kirk was fatally shot during a public event at Utah Valley University’s Losee Center in Orem.
“We got him,” Cox declared, adding that Robinson had been turned in by family members who described him as “full of hate.”
According to Cox, Robinson confessed to his father that he was responsible for the killing and left a chilling message at the crime scene, inscribing “Hey fascist! Catch!” on bullets recovered by investigators.
Charlie Kirk shot during campus debate
Charlie Kirk, 31, co-founder of Turning Point USA and father of two, was participating in his signature “Prove Me Wrong” debate series as part of his “American Comeback Tour” when he was shot. The incident occurred shortly after Kirk responded to a question regarding mass shootings committed by transgender individuals.
Witnesses and video footage captured the moment Kirk recoiled in pain, clutching his neck as the sound of a single gunshot echoed through the crowd, triggering widespread panic among thousands of attendees.
Authorities believe the shot was fired from an elevated position approximately 200 yards away, with the gunman reportedly dressed in jeans, a black shirt, and a black vest, and armed with a long rifle.
Multi-agency manhunt and FBI involvement
The manhunt for the suspect involved multiple law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, Orem Police, Utah Department of Public Safety, and Utah Valley University Police.
FBI Director Kash Patel initially announced that a person of interest had been taken into custody but later clarified that the individual had been released after questioning and was not the primary suspect.
The FBI had issued a public tipline on Wednesday evening, urging witnesses to submit footage and information, and offered a reward of up to $100,000 for leads that would result in the suspect’s identification and capture.
Trump and Cox condemn political assassination
In a post on Truth Social, President Trump mourned Kirk’s death, writing, “The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead. No one understood or had the Heart of the Youth in the United States of America better than Charlie.” He later added in a video message, “Charlie inspired millions. And tonight, all who knew him and loved him are united in shock and horror,” calling Kirk a “martyr for truth and freedom.”
“This is a dark moment for America,” Trump said, expressing his hope that Robinson would be found guilty and receive the death penalty.
Governor Cox echoed the sentiment, stating, “This is a dark day for our state, it’s a tragic day for our nation. I want to be very clear that this is a political assassination.” He reminded the public that Utah still enforces the death penalty.
Charlie Kirk remembered
Kirk was rushed to a nearby hospital for emergency surgery following the shooting, but later succumbed to his injuries. His death was confirmed by longtime friend and former employee Laci Williams, who spoke to The Post.
Known for his outspoken conservative views and campus debates, Kirk leaves behind his wife, former Miss Arizona Erika Frantzve, and their two young children. His legacy as a prominent youth activist continues to resonate across the nation.
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