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Tyler Robinson in Custody in Charlie Kirk Killing After Father and Pastor Urged Surrender

Investigators say the 22-year-old acted alone on campus, with a first court appearance set for Tuesday.

Overview

  • Authorities say Robinson confessed to family and later to the FBI before turning himself in in St. George following his father's intervention and a pastor's mediation.
  • Investigators recovered a Mauser bolt-action rifle in nearby woods and ammunition etched with messages including "Bella ciao" and "Hey fascist! Catch!", alongside surveillance, clothing matches, and Discord messages about the weapon and inscribed rounds.
  • Utah officials report no helpers inside Utah Valley University during the attack, while the broader probe continues to assess any external links.
  • Robinson remains held without bail as prosecutors prepare formal charges, including aggravated murder that could carry the death penalty, with a virtual hearing scheduled Tuesday afternoon.
  • President Trump publicly announced the arrest and called for capital punishment; Kirk's widow, Erika, vowed to carry on her husband's work.