Cliff Notes
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Suspect Arrested: Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old, has been arrested for the shooting of Charlie Kirk, after being reported by a family member, believed to be his father.
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Political Motivation: Messages found with the weapon suggest Robinson had political motivations, viewing Kirk as “full of hate.”
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Charges Pending: Robinson faces serious charges, including aggravated murder, and is expected to make his initial court appearance next week.
Charlie Kirk suspect arrested after tip-off from father | US News
US officials have confirmed the suspect in the killing of Charlie Kirk has been arrested and identified as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson.
Utah governor Spencer Cox started a news conference with the phrase “we got him”, adding that a member of Robinson’s family alerted authorities. It has been widely reported that Robinson’s father had turned him in.
The details broadly match information released by US President Donald Trump earlier on Fox News.
What we know about the suspect
Mr Kirk, 31, a Trump supporter and right-wing influencer, was fatally shot in the neck on Wednesday afternoon while speaking to university students at an event in Utah.
Two people were previously arrested and then released, with officials saying they were only persons of interest.
FBI director Kash Patel, who also spoke at the news conference, confirmed the suspect was taken into custody on Thursday at 10pm local time (5am UK time).
He praised Mr Cox and Mr Trump for their support and finished with a message for Charlie Kirk: “To my friend Charlie Kirk. Rest now, brother. We have the watch and I’ll see you in Valhalla.”
