Tyler Robinson: More shocking details emerge about Charlie Kirk’s shooter
Tyler Robinson Arrested in Charlie Kirk Shooting; Family Tip Leads to Capture
The man accused of opening fire on conservative commentator Charlie Kirk has been identified as Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old from Utah. Authorities say Robinson, who was living with his family at the time of the incident, was arrested late Thursday after a family friend contacted law enforcement with information linking him to the shooting, Reuters reported.
Background and Emerging Details
Investigators have not announced a clear motive. However, Utah Governor Spencer Cox revealed that a family member told law enforcement Robinson had recently spoken about his dislike for Kirk’s views and referenced the conservative activist’s scheduled appearance at Utah Valley University, where the shooting occurred.
According to state records reviewed by Reuters, Robinson does not have a criminal history. He was a registered but “inactive” voter, meaning he had not participated in recent elections or responded to local election mailings.
Academic Life and Family
Robinson briefly studied at Utah State University in 2021 before leaving after one semester, the institution confirmed. Posts on his mother’s Facebook page — many of which were later deleted — showed a portrait of a gifted student: Robinson had scored 34 on the ACT, placing him among the top 1% of test takers, according to the Princeton Review. His mother celebrated the moment when he received a four-year scholarship to Utah State.
Family posts also painted a picture of a close-knit household in Washington County, where Robinson lived with his parents and two younger brothers. His mother, a social worker, frequently shared photos from family trips, school plays, and holiday celebrations. While some images showed Robinson and his brothers with firearms, such displays are not unusual in Utah, where gun ownership is widespread.
The Arrest
Governor Cox said Robinson’s arrest came after a family member confided in a family friend, who then alerted authorities. The sheriff’s office was told Robinson had confessed or strongly implied his role in the shooting.
As of Friday, investigators were still piecing together details of Robinson’s background and potential motivations.
