FBI and Utah DPS Update on Charlie Kirk Shooting Investigation

Investigation into Charlie Kirk's Shooting

• 🎯 Charlie Kirk, a political influencer, was shot and killed during a student-sponsored event at Utah Valley University.
• 💔 The event occurred around 12:20 p.m. yesterday, and Kirk was transported to a local hospital where he later passed away.
• 🔍 Investigators are actively searching for the gunman, described as being of college age.

Recovered Evidence and Suspect Tracking

• rifle high-powered bolt-action rifle, believed to be the weapon used in the shooting, was recovered in a wooded area near the campus.
• 👟 Investigators have also collected footwear impressions, a palm print, and forearm imprints for analysis.
• 📹 Video footage tracking the shooter's movements onto campus, up to the roof, to the shooting location, and their subsequent escape has been obtained.

Public Appeal and Investigation Status

• 📞 Authorities have received over 130 tips from the community and are urging anyone with information or images to submit them via the FBI's digital media tip website or by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI.
• 🚫 While investigators are confident in their ability to track the suspect, they have not yet released the suspect's image publicly.
• 🤝 The FBI and Utah Department of Public Safety are working around the clock in coordination with multiple law enforcement agencies.
• ⚠️ Officials stated that this was a targeted event and do not believe the wider community is at risk.

Law Enforcement Statements

• 🗣️ Special Agent in Charge Robert Bohls emphasized the FBI's commitment to upholding the Constitution and stated that any attack on the First Amendment is an attack on democracy.
• ⚖️ Commissioner Bo Mason expressed solidarity with Kirk's family and condemned the heinous act, stating that it does not represent Utah's values.