Charlie Kirk Pre-Trial

Utah prosecutors have begun laying out their case against the alleged killer of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Tyler Robinson, 23, is charged with aggravated murder for the shooting of Kirk on September 10, 2025, during a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University. The weeklong preliminary hearing started Monday and will not determine his guilt or innocence but aims to prove the prosecution has enough evidence to proceed to a trial.

Robinson has not entered a plea. Prosecutors have said they intend to seek the death penalty; Robinson’s attorneys have unsuccessfully sought to remove the death penalty from the table.

On day one, officials testified about surveillance footage and an apparent rooftop “sniper pad,” with more significant evidence to come, including DNA linking Robinson to the suspected murder weapon and an alleged confession note.

PRAY WITH US
Eternal Father, draw near to the Kirk and Robinson families with comfort as they are mourning and reliving this tragedy over again. Wonderful Counselor, give attorneys and judges wisdom to bring justice. Prince of Peace, hasten the coming of your Kingdom, where hatreds cease, and tears are no more. Amen.

“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light… For a child will be born for us, a son will be given to us, and the government will be on his shoulders. He will be named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace. The dominion will be vast, and its prosperity will never end.”
Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 (CSB) (read full passage)