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FBI Reportedly Probes Leftist Groups in Charlie Kirk Killing as Suspect Refuses to Cooperate

Prosecutors plan to file charges Tuesday with the 22-year-old under special watch during a mental-health evaluation.

Overview

  • Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said Tyler Robinson has not confessed and is not cooperating with investigators, while those around him are cooperating.
  • The Utah County Sheriff's Department said Robinson is on special watch pending a mental-health evaluation and will remain closely monitored in custody.
  • Charges are expected to be formally filed on Tuesday, with officials indicating more details will be disclosed at that time.
  • Cox said interviews suggest the suspect held left-leaning views and took part in Discord group chats where others joked about the shooter until he acknowledged being responsible.
  • An unnamed source told Fox News the FBI is examining Utah leftist groups for possible ties to the attack, a developing inquiry that has not been publicly detailed by authorities.