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What do we know about Charlie Kirk's alleged killer?

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Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old from southern Utah, is identified as the suspect in Charlie Kirk's shooting. He confessed to his father and was turned in by his family. Robinson had recently become more political and expressed negative views about Kirk. A rifle and engraved bullet casings were found near the scene.

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Utah man suspected in Charlie Kirk murder taken into custody

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  • Utah Governor Spencer Cox confirmed the arrest of Tyler Robinson, 22, in connection with Charlie Kirk's fatal shooting. 3s
  • A family member reported Robinson's confession to a family friend, who then contacted authorities. 19s
  • Kirk was killed by a single bullet during an appearance at Utah Valley University. 39s
  • A rifle and engraved bullet casings were found near the university campus. 53s
  • Family members said Robinson had recently become more political and spoke disparagingly about Kirk. 1m 9s
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Utah man suspected in Charlie Kirk murder taken into custody
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Reuters
7 hours ago
Utah man suspected in Charlie Kirk murder taken into custody

Robinson confided in a family friend, prompting a tip to police. He evaded law enforcement for 33 hours before arrest. Family said he became more political and expressed negative views about Kirk.

Utah man suspected in Charlie Kirk murder taken into custody
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Reuters
7 hours ago
Utah man suspected in Charlie Kirk murder taken into custody

A rifle and engraved unfired bullet casings were found near the university campus. One casing read, 'hey fascist, catch.'

Charlie Kirk shooting suspect Tyler Robinson now in custody
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10 hours ago
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect Tyler Robinson now in custody

Tyler Robinson, 22, from southern Utah, is named as the suspect. He confessed to his father and was turned in to U.S. Marshals.

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