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Charlie Kirk shooting suspect Tyler Robinson now in custody

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Officials announced the suspect accused of fatally shooting conservative activist Charlie Kirk was arrested Thursday night. The suspect was identified as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson. "We got him," Utah Gov. Chris Cox said at the start of the news conference.

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  • Tyler Robinson, 22, has been identified as the suspect in the Charlie Kirk shooting. 43s
  • Robinson confessed to his father and was turned in to U.S. Marshals. 1m 3s
  • Authorities received over 7,000 tips after releasing enhanced images of the suspect. 1m 37s
  • Officials are expected to provide more details at a forthcoming news conference. 1m 23s
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