BREAKING: Charlie Kirk Shooter Arrested and Identified

Authorities have confirmed the arrest of Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old Utah resident, in connection with the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Robinson was taken into custody late Thursday night after a statewide manhunt. Police say a family friend (allegedly his father) identified him from FBI photos released to the public, which led investigators to track his movements.

He was located near Provo, where law enforcement moved in. According to officials, Robinson was arrested without incident after surveillance teams spotted him matching the suspect’s description.

Key Evidence Linking Him to the Shooting

• Surveillance video showed Robinson running across rooftops, discarding clothing to disguise himself.

• Discord messages retrieved by investigators referenced stashing and retrieving a rifle.

• Bullet casings engraved with anti-fascist messages (“hey fascist,” “bella ciao”) were found at the scene.

• A firearm consistent with the one used in the shooting was recovered during the arrest.

Robinson now faces charges of aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm, and obstruction of justice. He is being held at the Utah County Jail.

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Kirk, 31, was shot on September 10 at Utah Valley University and later died from his injuries. His death has shocked the nation, with President Trump announcing Kirk will be posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Authorities say the investigation continues into Robinson’s motive and whether he had assistance in planning the attack.