The authorities in Utah identified on Friday Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old man, as the main suspect in the murder of the conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, which took place last Wednesday during a university event in Orem.
Official sources confirmed that Robinson acted alone and confessed to an acquaintance his involvement in the attack.
The governor of Utah, Spencer Cox, stated that the accused had become "more political" in the days leading up to the shooting, which supports the hypothesis of a crime motivated by ideological reasons.
Kirk, known for being the co-founder of the organization Turning Point USA, died after receiving a gunshot wound to the neck while participating in a question and answer session at Utah Valley University.
The assailant fired from a nearby rooftop and fled into a wooded area. The police found a shoe print, a palm impression, and a high-powered rifle engraved with references that directly link Robinson to the crime.
The president Donald Trump confirmed the arrest and announced that he would posthumously award Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom. “He was a good person who just wanted to help young people,” he stated.
The death of Kirk has sparked a wave of condemnation nationwide and reignites the debate over the rise of political violence in the United States.
More than 7,000 tips reached the FBI before the arrest. Authorities continue to investigate the exact motive behind the attack.
Meanwhile, thousands of people gathered for vigils in honor of Kirk. His body was transported to Arizona aboard Air Force Two for the funerals.
Frequently Asked Questions about the murder of Charlie Kirk
Who is the main suspect in the murder of Charlie Kirk?
Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old man, has been identified as the prime suspect in the murder of Charlie Kirk. Authorities in Utah confirmed that Robinson acted alone and confessed to an acquaintance his involvement in the attack. Additionally, forensic evidence was found linking him directly to the crime.
What was the reason behind Charlie Kirk's assassination?
Although the exact motive for Charlie Kirk's murder is still under investigation, authorities believe it could have been a crime motivated by ideological reasons, as the suspect had become "more political" in the days leading up to the shooting. The rifle used in the crime was engraved with suggestive messages, which reinforces this hypothesis.
What reactions has the assassination of Charlie Kirk generated?
The murder of Charlie Kirk has generated a wave of national condemnation and has reopened the debate on the rise of political violence in the United States. Political figures from both parties have expressed their condolences, and President Donald Trump has blamed the "radical left" for the murder.
What was Charlie Kirk's role in the conservative movement in the United States?
Charlie Kirk was one of the most influential figures in conservatism in the United States and the co-founder of Turning Point USA, an organization that promotes conservatism on college campuses. He was known for his advocacy of the right to bear arms and for being a close ally of President Donald Trump.
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