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Family Members Led Police to Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Shooter

Authorities have arrested a 22-year-old in connection with Charlie Kirk’s death. On the Big Take podcast, what we know about the suspected gunman and ongoing investigation.

People embrace in front of a memorial for Charlie Kirk at the Turning Point USA headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona, on Sept. 12.Photographer: Eric Thayer/Getty Images

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By Sarah Holder and David Fox

September 12, 2025 at 10:45 PM UTC

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The FBI has identified 22-year-old Tyler Robinson as the suspect in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Robinson was arrested on suspicion of capital murder, weapons and obstruction offenses.