Utah Arrests Suspect in Charlie Kirk Murder with Engraved Bullet Casings

Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old from Utah, has been arrested for the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University. Robinson allegedly confessed or implied his involvement to family members, who then alerted authorities. The rifle used in the attack, found in a nearby wooded area, had bullet casings engraved with anti-fascist and anti-gay messages, including phrases like "Hey fascist, catch!" and "If you read this, you are gay, LMAO." The inscriptions initially were mistakenly reported as reflecting "transgender ideology," but officials clarified they were anti-gay. Governor Spencer Cox noted that Robinson had become more politically engaged recently and had expressed disdain for Kirk's views. The shooting occurred as Kirk was discussing mass shootings, prompting over 3,000 attendees to flee following the gunfire.