He assassinated American activist Charlie Kirk! Tyler Robinson's execution will be requested

U.S. District Attorney Jeff Gray of Utah County held a press conference regarding the prosecution of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk . Gray announced that Tyler Robinson, who orchestrated Kirk's assassination , has been charged with aggravated murder and will seek the death penalty if convicted.

Gray said Robinson has been charged with seven counts in total, including aggravated murder, obstruction of justice for destroying evidence, and witness tampering for telling his roommate to delete his text messages.

Gray, who described Kirk's death as an "American tragedy," stated that they did not take the decision to seek the death penalty for Robinson lightly and did not reach this decision lightly. Gray said, "I do not take this decision lightly. This is a decision I make independently as the district attorney, based solely on the available evidence, the circumstances, and the nature of the crime. Because we are seeking the death penalty, the defendant will remain in custody at the Utah County Jail without the right to a trial."

Charlie Kirk, co-founder and president of the conservative student movement Turning Point USA, was also a prominent supporter of US President Donald Trump. Known for his conservative Christian views, Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday, September 10, while speaking at an open house on the Utah Valley University campus attended by 3,000 people. Twenty-two-year-old Tyler Robinson fired a sniper rifle from a rooftop, hitting Kirk once in the neck.

Robinson, a third-year electrical vocational student at a state technical college, managed to flee the scene after the assassination but was taken into custody at his family home, approximately 260 miles (420 kilometers) from the scene, on the night of September 11. Utah Governor Spencer Cox stated that the state was inclined to seek the death penalty, but prosecutors would consider the wishes of Kirk's family before making that decision.

Investigators said they were continuing to examine evidence, including electronic devices the suspect may have accessed, and that federal charges could be forthcoming. Authorities have not yet released a motivation for the assassination, though Vice President James David Vance has said that "left-wing extremism" played a role in Kirk's killing.

Tyler Robinson Appears Before Judge for the First Time

Tyler Robinson, accused of murdering right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, appeared before a judge for the first time at the Fourth District Courthouse in Provo, Utah. Robinson, who participated in the hearing online, was projected onto a screen set up in the courtroom. Robinson, seen wearing a green protective vest intended to prevent self-harm, responded to Judge Tony Graf's question, "Can you state your name?" with the words "Tyler James Robinson." Reminding Robinson of his right to remain silent, Judge Graf said, "Anything you say in court today could be used against you," emphasizing that the court wanted to protect Robinson's constitutional rights.

The charges were read

Utah County Prosecutor Chad Grunander requested a protective order on behalf of Charlie Kirk's wife, Erika Kirk, at the hearing, and Judge Graf confirmed the request. After Grunander stated that they would seek the death penalty in the case, Judge Graf read the charges against Robinson. Robinson's calm demeanor was notable as he listened to the charges.

The next hearing will be held on September 29.

Attorney Greg Skordas, representing Utah County, stated that Robinson did not yet have an attorney, but that he would be provided with legal representation until the next hearing. Judge Graf stated that Robinson, due to his low income, met the criteria for legal aid and was eligible for this assistance. The court scheduled the next hearing for September 29th.

He was caught after killing Charlie Kirk

Charlie Kirk, co-founder and president of the conservative student movement Turning Point USA, was shot and killed while speaking at an outdoor event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday, September 10. Tyler Robinson, 22, managed to flee the scene after the assassination and was taken into custody at his family home, approximately 260 miles (420 kilometers) from the scene, on the night of September 11.

"RADIALIZED ON THE INTERNET"

US President Donald Trump, speaking at a press conference at the White House yesterday, said that Robinson had been radicalized online. "Something happened to him in a relatively short period of time," Trump said. "It appears he was radicalized online," Trump said of Robinson, "He's a leftist."