Charlie Kirk Killed in Utah Campus Shooting; National Manhunt Underway


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 Fatal Outcome Confirmed

Charlie Kirk, the conservative commentator and founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot on September 10, 2025, while speaking at Utah Valley University during his "American Comeback Tour." He was struck in the neck and later died from his injuries.


Location and Timing

The shooting occurred at approximately 12:10 p.m. Mountain Time (MDT), while Kirk was addressing the audience under an open-air tent at the event.


Shooter's Status: Conflicting Reports

Early reports differed on whether a suspect had been detained:


Some reports stated a suspect was initially in custody.


However, more recent and authoritative accounts clarify that no suspect is currently in custody; the shooter remains at large.


Shooting Details

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The shot was believed to have been fired from a distance of about 200 yards (180–200 meters), from a rooftop or upper level of a campus building (the Losee Center)—well away from the stage.


Reactions and Aftermath


Political figures across the spectrum strongly condemned the attack, emphasizing that political violence is unacceptable.


Former President Trump and others called for prayers and responded emotionally to the tragedy.


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The FBI, under Director Kash Patel, is actively coordinating the investigation.


The university campus went into lockdown and was closed for the remainder of the day.