Suspect in Custody after Charlie Kirk Killing Utah

Charlie Kirk, the 31-year-old co-founder and CEO of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot in the neck while speaking at Utah Valley University during his "The American Comeback" tour. FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed that a suspect is in custody, thanking local and state authorities for their partnership in the investigation. The shooting occurred approximately 20 minutes into Kirk's speech, with evidence indicating the shot was fired from the Losee Center, about 200 yards away from Kirk’s location. Utah Governor Spencer Cox labeled the incident a "political assassination," and officials emphasized that there is no indication of multiple shooters. President Donald Trump, a close ally of Kirk, described him as a "very, very good friend" and ordered flags to be flown at half-staff, while other political figures across the spectrum condemned the attack and expressed condolences. The event has sparked renewed concerns about political violence in the United States.