Utah files murder charges against Tyler Robinson [View all]
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Source: NPR
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of fatally shooting conservative influencer Charlie Kirk, was charged with aggravated murder and other counts, in a case in which prosecutors are seeking the death penalty.
"The murder of Charlie Kirk is an American tragedy," said Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray at a news conference on Tuesday. "Charlie Kirk was murdered while engaging in one of our most sacred and cherished American rights."
Authorities have also charged Robinson with firearm counts and multiple obstruction-of-justice charges for allegedly disposing of clothes he wore during the shooting. He is accused of directing his roommate to delete incriminating messages and not speak with investigators after Kirk was killed.
Investigators say surveillance footage showed Robinson walking with a peculiar gait they believe indicates Robinson had a rifle hidden in his pants. The weapon, a bolt-action rifle, is thought to have been a gift from his grandfather. Prosecutors say Robinson wrapped the gun in a towel and placed it in a wooded area after the shooting.
Robinson's mother told investigators that Robinson had in recent months become "more political and had started to lean more to the left – becoming more pro-gay and trans-rights oriented," according to the court papers.
Investigators interviewed Robinson's roommate, who was not identified by name. Authorities say the roommate was a male transitioning to female with whom Robinson had been romantically involved.
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