PROVO, Utah (AP) — Tyler Robinson, the man accused of assassinating conservative commentator Charlie Kirk at an event in Utah, has confessed to the crime in a series of text messages to his partner. Documents revealed that Robinson, 22, was actively communicating with his partner soon after the shooting, where he shot Kirk from a rooftop in Orem on Sept. 10, 2025.
Robinson texted his partner to look for a note left under their home keyboard, which stated, I had the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk and I’m going to take it. Following this, Robinson acknowledged his involvement, stating, I am, I’m sorry. His partner, however, did not report this information to the authorities.
After a public manhunt, Robinson eventually surrendered to police, assisted by his parents who recognized him from a photo released by law enforcement. He has been charged with capital murder, among other charges, and could face the death penalty.
Prosecutors allege that Robinson used a bolt-action rifle belonging to his grandfather to kill Kirk, which matches DNA evidence. They have not yet established a definitive motive but noted that Robinson had expressed deep resentment towards Kirk's views, especially concerning issues related to hatred and LGBTQ rights. Amidst discussions on rising political tensions, the case raises questions about the impact of political rhetoric in America.
As investigations continue, law enforcement is looking into whether Robinson acted alone or if he had help from others in planning the assassination. The event has sparked national conversations on political violence and its implications in a deeply divided society.
