Tyler Robinson: Father of Charlie Kirk’s 'shooter' hailed as ‘national hero’ for helping FBI catch his 'demonic son'
Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old from Utah, was named as the suspect in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Suspect identified after Charlie Kirk shooting
Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old from Utah, was named as the suspect in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. He was turned in by his own father after the FBI released a video showing him escaping by jumping off a roof at Utah Valley University.
Trump confirms arrest on live TV
Earlier on Friday, President Donald Trump told Fox & Friends that the suspect had been caught. “With a high degree of certainty, we have him,” Trump said, adding that someone close to the suspect had recognised him from the FBI’s footage.
Father praised for courage
Robinson’s father has been widely praised for alerting authorities. Many on social media called him a “national hero” for his decision. One user on X wrote: “Praise to the father for his courage in turning in his demonic son.”
Kirk’s final moments
Charlie Kirk, 31, a close Trump ally and founder of Turning Point USA, was shot once while speaking at an outdoor event in Utah. He was rushed to hospital but declared dead shortly after. Trump paid tribute, saying: “He wanted to help young people, and he didn’t deserve this.”
Rifle recovered, manhunt ends
The FBI had launched a massive manhunt, even briefly arresting two people before releasing them. A high-powered bolt-action rifle was recovered from the scene, believed to be the murder weapon. With Robinson’s arrest, the search has ended, but questions remain about the motive behind the killing.
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