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Chilling Text Exchange Reveals Charlie Kirk Shooting Suspect's Plot

New York PostSeptember 16, 20254 min241,421 views
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Discovery of the Plot

  • πŸ“Œ A roommate reported receiving chilling text messages from Tyler James Robinson, detailing a plan to harm Charlie Kirk.
  • πŸ’‘ Robinson instructed his roommate to look under a keyboard, where a note was found stating, "I had the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk, and I'm going to take it."
  • πŸ“Έ Police obtained a photograph of this handwritten note.

Robinson's Confession and Motive

  • πŸ’¬ Robinson admitted to his roommate that he was planning to retrieve his rifle from a drop point to carry out the attack.
  • 🎯 His stated motive was that he "had enough of his hatred" and that "Some hate can't be negotiated out."
  • ⏳ The planning for this act had been ongoing for "a bit over a week."

Obstacles and Concerns

  • ⚠️ Robinson encountered obstacles, including a squad car parked near his rifle's location and concerns about the area being locked down.
  • 😟 He expressed worry about his father's reaction if he couldn't retrieve his grandfather's rifle, which he had left in a bush.
  • πŸ“Έ Robinson mentioned that his father wanted photos of the rifle, and the feds had released a photo of a unique rifle, causing him further anxiety.

Political Affiliation and Surrender

  • πŸ“ˆ Robinson noted his father's strong "MAGA" affiliation since Trump took office.
  • 🀝 Ultimately, Robinson decided to turn himself in willingly, expressing his primary concern for his roommate's well-being.

Advice to Roommate

  • 🀫 Robinson urged his roommate not to talk to the media, avoid interviews, and to ask for a lawyer and remain silent if questioned by police.
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