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Tyler Robinson Held on Suicide Watch as Prosecutors Seek Death Penalty in Charlie Kirk Killing

Prosecutors point to DNA findings plus written messages, with motive unresolved.

Overview

  • Robinson appeared by video from jail wearing an anti‑suicide smock after being placed on suicide watch and is being held without bail.
  • Utah County prosecutors filed aggravated/capital murder and related charges and said they will pursue the death penalty, citing DNA on the rifle trigger and incriminating texts and a note.
  • Sheriff Nate Brooksby said Robinson feared being shot by police and surrendered peacefully at the Washington County Sheriff’s Office with his parents after they recognized him in a released image.
  • Investigators recovered a bolt‑action rifle wrapped in a towel and are examining unspent rounds with inscriptions that reference online and gaming subcultures, while reviewing digital activity.
  • Congressional overseers requested testimony from Discord, Steam, Twitch and Reddit leaders on platform moderation as UVU resumes classes and holds support events for a shaken campus.