Overview
- Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said the 22-year-old suspect, identified as Tyler Robinson, is in custody but not cooperating, with investigators turning to friends and family for leads.
- The suspect’s cohabiting partner, a trans woman, is cooperating and told authorities she was shocked and unaware of any plans, according to Cox.
- Investigators describe a single long‑range rifle shot from a rooftop and say four recovered shell casings bore engravings referencing internet memes and the antifascist song “Bella Ciao.”
- Cox said the suspect spent time in “dark” online spaces and gaming; separate reports cite limited chat excerpts attributed to Robinson after the shooting, which have not been detailed by officials.
- Political fallout is intensifying as coordinated doxxing campaigns target critics of Kirk, with more than 30 reported job losses, while formal charges are expected Tuesday and congressional scrutiny of the investigation is set to increase.