President Donald Trump was the first to reveal that a suspect, Tyler Robinson, 22, has been taken into custody in the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. He broke the news on Fox & Friends. Trump told the nation that investigators had captured the man believed responsible for the deadly shooting at Utah Valley University. According to authorities, the suspect confessed the murder to a family member. He is not a student of Utah Valley University.
Trump announces the arrest
Trump used his morning interview to deliver the news that many had been waiting for. “I think, with a high degree of certainty, we have him in custody,” he said. According to Trump, the suspect was recognized by someone close to him: “Somebody that was very close to him said, ‘hmm, that’s him.’” Fox News later confirmed the suspect’s identity. (RELATED NEWS: Charlie Kirk: A Patriot Remembered, A Legacy Unbroken)
President Trump didn’t hold back his emotions, praising Kirk as a remarkable leader and calling for the strongest possible punishment. “What he did, Charlie Kirk was the finest person, he didn’t deserve this,” Trump said. He added, “I hope he’s going to be found guilty, I would imagine. And I hope he gets the death penalty.”
The shocking attack
The shooting took place while Kirk was speaking outdoors at Utah Valley University in Orem. Roughly 20 minutes into his remarks, a single shot from the roof of the Losee Center struck him in the neck. Witnesses described a scene of panic as students and attendees ran for cover.
Kirk was rushed to Timpanogos Regional Hospital, but he later died from his injuries. His killing sent shockwaves across the country and quickly drew comparisons to a political assassination.
The investigation
Law enforcement launched an immediate manhunt, locking down the campus and scouring the rooftop area where the shot originated. Investigators recovered a high-powered rifle and physical evidence including footprints and palm prints. Two people were briefly detained earlier in the week but were later cleared of involvement.
Federal agents and Utah police worked day and night following leads, reviewing surveillance footage, and interviewing witnesses. Their efforts culminated in the arrest that Trump broke to the public.
Political and public response
Utah Governor Spencer Cox condemned the murder as a political assassination and pledged that those responsible would be brought to justice. The FBI has maintained a visible presence in the area, asking the public for tips and offering a reward for information.
For Kirk’s supporters, the arrest marks the first sign of justice in a case that has shaken faith in public safety at campus events. Trump’s decision to break the news himself reflects both the seriousness of the crime and Kirk’s influence within the conservative movement.
What comes next
Officials are expected to release more details soon about Tyler Robinson, potential motives, and pending charges. Court proceedings will likely draw intense national attention, as the murder of Charlie Kirk has already become one of the most high-profile political crimes in recent memory.
For now, Trump’s announcement brings a turning point in the investigation. It signals the end of the manhunt and the beginning of the legal battle to hold the killer accountable.
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