The individual accused of being involved in the killing of Charlie Kirk was spotted wearing a similar attire years before the incident took place. A video from 2022 in Utah captured Tyler Robinson, then 19 years old, wearing sunglasses and a hat resembling what he wore at the time of the crime.
Robinson remained composed as he conversed with law enforcement officers following a car crash involving his silver Audi and another vehicle. No injuries were reported for Robinson, his brother, or the other driver involved in the minor collision, although the luxury car sustained visible damage.
Recently, Robinson appeared in court remotely for the first time after being charged with the murder of Kirk. During the court session, Robinson, clad in a suicide prevention vest, remained silent as the charges against him were read. He is currently in custody without the option of bail.
Despite not having legal representation during the hearing, a court-appointed lawyer will be assigned to Robinson as he has been declared “indigent.” The prosecution has indicated their intention to pursue the death penalty in Robinson’s case.
Charlie Kirk, aged 31, was fatally shot during an event at Utah Valley University. Prosecutors allege that Robinson fired a rifle from a nearby campus building, striking Kirk in the neck while he addressed the audience. Kirk, a prominent figure and the founder of Turning Point USA, aimed to involve more young, conservative evangelical Christians in politics and had close ties to former President Donald Trump.
Robinson surrendered himself to the authorities last week, accompanied by his parents, after his mother identified him from a released surveillance photo. Utah County attorney Jeff Gray disclosed a series of messages between Robinson and his romantic partner, who was also his roommate.