Right-wing activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot in the neck on Wednesday, September 10, while speaking at Utah Valley University in Orem. The 31-year-old was addressing a crowd of over 3,000 people in a courtyard when a single bullet struck him as he answered a question under a white gazebo. Kirk immediately dropped his microphone, and his security team quickly intervened before rushing him to the hospital. Later, former U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed Kirk’s death, calling him “legendary” and praising his connection with America’s youth.

Authorities revealed that the shooter fired one shot from a rooftop, blending into the crowd due to a college-age appearance. The suspect, now identified as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson from Utah, was taken into custody, according to a law enforcement official who spoke on condition of anonymity. This update came shortly after President Trump announced on September 12 that the suspect was in custody, revealing he had learned of the arrest just minutes before a televised interview.

Trump previously misstated the suspect’s age as 28 or 29, but the FBI described the suspect as college-aged, which aligns with Robinson’s actual age. The President also stated that someone close to Robinson, possibly his father, turned him in to authorities.

The FBI and local officials planned a press conference in Utah to provide further updates on the investigation and the suspect’s status. Authorities are continuing to piece together the circumstances leading to the shooting and the motive behind it.

Meanwhile, Trump has called for a speedy trial and expressed hope that Robinson will receive the death penalty for the killing of Kirk, a prominent conservative figure. The incident has shocked many and intensified political tensions surrounding the event and its aftermath.