President Donald Trump announced that a suspect is now in custody in connection with the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The suspect has been identified as 22‑year‑old Tyler Robinson of Utah.
At a Friday news conference, Utah Governor Spencer Cox confirmed Robinson’s arrest. He said that Robinson was taken into custody late Thursday night after a family member contacted a friend with information that Robinson had confessed or otherwise implied involvement in the shooting.
Authorities say Robinson is suspected of acting alone. Investigators obtained evidence including messages on Discord, bullet casings engraved with slogans, and surveillance video showing a man matching Robinson’s description at Utah Valley University before the attack.
Charges brought against Robinson include aggravated murder, discharge of a firearm causing serious injury, and obstruction of justice; he is being held without bail in Utah County Jail.
President Trump also said he hopes Robinson will be convicted and that Utah Gov. Cox has indicated he will seek the death penalty in this case.
SOURCE: CNN
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