Charlie Kirk death: ‘I will never let your legacy die,’ says Kirk’s wife Erica

Charlie Kirk death news: Days after his killing, the wife of pro-right activist Charlie Kirk has vowed to carry forward his mission in her first statement since his killing, saying the tragedy has only strengthened her resolve.

Kirk, the 30-year-old co-founder of Turning Point USA and a prominent ally of Donald Trump, was shot dead this week at Utah Valley University. Police have arrested 22-year-old Tyler Robinson in connection with the killing.

In a trembling voice, standing at a podium adorned with a portrait of her late husband, Erika Lane Frantzve said those responsible for the attack had “no idea” of the fire they had unleashed.

“The evildoers responsible for my husband's assassination have no idea what they have done,” she said.

“They killed Charlie because he preached a message of patriotism, faith, and of God's merciful love. They should all know this: If you thought that my husband's mission was powerful before, you have no idea,” she added. READ FULL STORY

Governor Cox, a Republican, said that Tyler Robinson, arrested in the case of Charlie Kirk's assassination, hated Charlie and had voiced his criticism earlier. Cox added that Robinson’s family told investigators he had become “more political in recent years” and had voiced criticism of Kirk.

At a recent family dinner, Robinson mentioned Kirk’s upcoming appearance at the university and questioned whether he was “spreading hate.” “This is someone who hated Charlie Kirk and hated his message, Cox told Fox News.

Charlie Kirk death news: Erika Kirk announced on Friday local time that her late husband's work and mission will continue. The "American Comeback Tour," a series of university campus events, will proceed as planned.

"There will be even more tours in the years to come," she said, signaling a commitment to her husband's legacy. She also confirmed that Turning Point USA’s annual conference, AmericaFest, will still take place in Phoenix, Arizona, this December. "It will be greater than ever," she vowed.

In a tribute to her husband's enduring voice, she added that his "radio and podcast show that he was so proud of will go on."

"And in a world filled with chaos, doubt and uncertainty, my husband’s voice will remain and it will ring out louder and more clearly than ever, and his wisdom will endure," she said.

Erika further said, “I will never let your legacy die.”

Charlie Kirk death news: In her first public statement since the tragic shooting of her husband on Wednesday local time, Erika Kirk broke down while delivering a tribute, saying Charlie Kirk "will stand at his savior's side wearing the glorious crown of a martyr."

She said, “I will never let you legacy die.”

She shared personal details about his life and passions, noting that he always wanted to be remembered for "his courage and for his faith." Mrs. Kirk reflected on the love he had for his life, his country, and his family.

"He loved his life," she said. "He loved America. He loved nature, which helped him always bring him closer to God. He loved the Chicago Cubs and my goodness, did he love the Oregon Ducks."

She concluded by emphasizing the deep love they shared, stating, "most of all, Charlie loved his children, and he loved me with all of his heart, and I knew that every day."

In an emotional moment, Erika Kirk publicly thanked President Donald Trump and his family for their support following the tragic shooting.

"President, my husband loved you. And he knew that you loved him too. He did," she said through tears. "Your friendship was amazing. You supported him so well, as did he for you."

Mrs. Kirk also extended her gratitude to Vice President JD Vance and his wife, Usha, for their help in "bringing him home."

Charlie Kirk death news: In a deeply emotional address to the nation this morning, Erika Kirk, the grieving widow of Charlie Kirk, says, “Charlie loved America.”

Tyler James Robinson arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk had no known criminal history and had recently become "more political," reported AP, citing a family members who spoke with authorities.

In an interview with law enforcement, the family of the 22-year-old Utah man recounted a recent dinner table discussion about Kirk, during which the suspect mentioned Kirk's upcoming visit to Utah Valley University. The suspect expressed his dislike for Kirk's viewpoints in that conversation, which took place about 3 1/2 hours from the family's southern Utah home.

While a full picture of his political leanings is still emerging, state records indicate that Robinson is a registered voter but is not affiliated with any political party. The records also show he is listed as inactive, as he did not cast a ballot in the two most recent general elections.

Charlie Kirk death news: Utah attorney general Derek Brown spoke with CNN, addressing the potential for the death penalty in the case of Charlie Kirk's murder.

While Brown did not confirm if his office will seek capital punishment, he stated that "everything is on the table." He added that the death penalty is "clearly part of the issues that we are looking at."

This comes after US President Donald Trump publicly expressed his hope that the suspect receives the death penalty. Utah Governor Spencer Cox has also said that state officials will "pursue the death penalty" in the case.

Erika Kirk, the wife of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, will make her first public address tonight since her husband’s death.

Turning Point USA said in a news release that she will speak at 8:15 PM ET (5.45 AM IST).

Roughly 20 recordings of 911 calls from the moments after Charlie Kirk was shot reveal multiple people among hundreds of spectators at his “American Comeback Tour” reported seeing him be struck by the bullet.

One caller said the “current speaker” at Utah Valley University “just got shot in the head,” according to the recordings obtained by CNN.

Another caller described witnessing the shot originating “from above the railing, above the courtyard.”

“He got shot right in the neck,” another 911 caller told dispatch.

Utah Governor Spencer Cox said investigators reviewed the messages on Discord by Tyler Robinson, which described leaving a rifle in a bush wrapped in a towel, matching the weapon that authorities recovered in a wooded area near the scene of the shooting.

A Discord spokesperson has now confirmed that the platform has identified an account associated with Robinson and has removed the profile.

However, Discord says it has "found no evidence that the suspect planned this incident or promoted violence on Discord."

When asked for more details about Tyler Robinson’s movements between here and his family’s home in southern Utah, Commissioner Beau Mason of the Utah Department of Public Safety says they are writing and executing search warrants to “put the puzzle together”.

Mason didn't give details of where they plan to search but said we’ll probably hear the results on Tuesday, when the Utah County Attorney’s Office will hold a press briefing about planned charges.

“Now that we have him in custody, the investigation doesn’t stop,” he says

A new episode of The Charlie Kirk Show, the 31-year-old's hugely popular daily podcast, was shown without its host.

Instead, Kirk's collaborators and friends hosted the show next to an empty chair.

Producer Andrew Kolvet introduced the programme, saying it was something "none of us ever dreamed we'd have to do".

"Charlie would want us to be here," Kolvet said. "And we of course have left his chair open and empty because nobody will ever fill it."

Utah County Attorney’s Office is expecting that suspected shooter Tyler Robinson will make his first court appearance on Tuesday after attorney Jeff Gray files charges in the killing of Charlie Kirk on the same day.

“Assuming all goes as planned and we file charges on Tuesday, Mr. Robinson’s first appearance will be Tuesday afternoon at 3:00 p.m. MDT,” according to Christopher Ballard, chief of staff at the public information office at Utah County attorney’s office.

None of the bullet casings recovered alongside the gun officials say was used to kill Charlie Kirk appear to have been engraved with statements or symbols related to transgender people, despite earlier reports that they expressed transgender “ideology.”

Charges against Tyler Robinson will be filed on Tuesday 16 September, according to a statement from the Utah County Attorney's Office, via CBS News.

The man arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk is in the electrical apprenticeship program at Dixie Technical College – one of 16 Utah System of Higher Education institutions – said a spokesperson for another school in the system, Utah Valley University, where Kirk was killed.

Tyler Robinson is a third-year student in the apprenticeship program at the school, the spokesperson said. He grew up in Washington, Utah, about 5 miles from Dixie Technical College and a 3 1/2-hour drive from Utah Valley University,

The man, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, who allegedly shot and killed Charlie Kirk on Wednesday is not talking to investigators, CNN reported.

Charlie Kirk death news: The man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk had expressed opposition to the conservative activist's viewpoints and indicated that he was responsible for the shooting. Tyler Robinson had become “more political” in the run-up to the shooting and mentioned during a dinner with family that Kirk would be visiting Utah, Gov. Spencer Cox told a news conference. The governor cited as evidence engravings on bullet casings found in the rifle that authorities believe was used in the attack, as well as chat app messages attributed to the suspect that a roommate shared with law enforcement.

Charlie Kirk death news: Utah Governor Spencer Cox made an impassioned plea for Americans and young people in particular to use the horror of Charlie Kirk's public assassination as an inflection point to turn the country away from political violence and division. “This is our moment: Do we escalate or do we find an off-ramp?” Cox told a news conference in Utah. “It's a choice.” His speech on Friday was his most emotional and prominent example yet, as he urged an appeal to common ground and humanity to forge a better society.

Charlie Kirk death news: Utah authorities and FBI on Friday identified the suspect in the Charlie Kirk assassination case as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson. Authorities said Robinson is believed to have acted alone, adding that his belief that Kirk was full of hate drove him to commit the crime.

A roommate shared with authorities messages from the chatting app Discord that involved a contact named Tyler and discussed a rifle wrapped in a towel, engraved bullets and a scope, Utah governor said at a press briefing on Friday.

Kirk death news: While officials revealed that Tyler Robinson, suspect in Charlie Kirk assassination, had become more political over the days, they did not reveal the Charlie Kirk suspect's political affiliation. Several social media users speculated whether he is a Republican voter. Read more here

Utah Department of Public Safety has released mugshots of Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old suspect taken in custody in the Charlie Kirk assassination case.

Charlie Kirk death: Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk, spent days laying out a plan that investigators say showed both preparation and intent. According to Utah Governor Spencer Cox, Robinson used the messaging app Discord, stashed a rifle in bushes, and even switched outfits in an effort to avoid capture. Read more here