Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested for killing right-wing activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. Robinson confessed to his father after a 33-hour manhunt. Police found the suspected weapon, a Mauser rifle, in a wooded area. Governor Spencer Cox said Robinson arrived on campus 4 hours before the shooting. Investigators found political messages on the suspect's Discord account. Robinson will face charges. The campus remains closed. Students expressed relief at the arrest but are anxious to learn the motive. (Updated 13 Sep 2025, 05:42 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested for killing right-wing activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University
- Robinson confessed to his father after a 33-hour manhunt
- Police found the suspected weapon, a Mauser rifle, in a wooded area