Kirk suspect 'not co-operating' with authorities, governor says

September 15, 2025

Utah Governor Spencer Cox revealed that the 22-year-old suspect, Tyler Robinson, arrested for the shooting death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, is not cooperating with authorities and has not confessed to the crime. Kirk, a 31-year-old co-founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot in the neck during an open-air speaking event at Utah Valley University as part of his American Comeback Tour. While investigators are still working to establish a motive, people close to Robinson, including his partner who is reportedly transitioning from male to female, are cooperating with authorities.

Who is affected

Charlie Kirk, the 31-year-old right-wing activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA who was killed
Erika Kirk, Charlie's widow, and their two children
Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old suspect
Robinson's partner/roommate who is cooperating with authorities
Supporters and members of Turning Point USA
The broader political community in the United States experiencing tensions

What action is being taken

Authorities are actively investigating the shooting and interviewing "all kinds of people" who know Robinson to determine the motive
Robinson is being held without bail at Utah County Jail
Robinson's partner and others close to him are cooperating with investigators
Governor Cox is calling for unity and criticizing social media's role in political division
A memorial service for Kirk is being organized at the 60,000-seat State Farm Stadium in Arizona

Why it matters

The shooting represents what Governor Cox called a "direct assault on America" amid heightened political tensions
Kirk was a prominent figure in American conservative politics and a trusted ally of former President Donald Trump
Turning Point USA plays a key role in mobilizing conservative votes on college campuses
The case highlights ongoing political divisions in the United States
The governor is using this incident to draw attention to social media's impact on society and politics

What's next

A memorial service will be held on September 21 at the State Farm Stadium in Arizona

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