Authorities have detained a suspect following a shooting incident at Utah Valley University, where conservative activist Charlie Kirk was reportedly shot in the neck during a campus event.
The incident occurred on Wednesday, during Kirk's appearance as part of The American Comeback Tour, hosted by the Turning Point USA chapter at the university.
Heartbreaking graphic footage of the moment Charlie Kirk was shot in the neck—shocking and terrifying.
— Alicia Powe (@aliciapoweshow) September 10, 2025
Praying for his swift recovery and strength for his family. Let's all send prayers for Charlie Kirk. #CharlieKirk #Prayers pic.twitter.com/fBXmi2khDi
Video footage circulating on social media shows the suspect, an older individual, being apprehended by law enforcement.
The images depict the suspect being restrained on the ground by multiple officers, with Kirk's security detail and other individuals present at the scene.
This is the man that shot Charlie Kirk.
— Jacktron (@jacktronprime) September 10, 2025
A baby boomer democrat. pic.twitter.com/ihX4C7NRvV
Kirk, the executive director of Turning Point USA, was speaking at a student Q&A session when the shooting took place.
Footage shows the moment Kirk was shot in the neck.
GRAPHIC CONTENT ⚠️⚠️⚠️
— Uncensored News (@Uncensorednewsw) September 10, 2025
Close up of the moment #CharlieKirk was shot pic.twitter.com/a7Dw2feQfO
The event was part of Kirk's national campus tour.
Pray for Charlie Kirk and his family pic.twitter.com/oY7S6tyGUF
— End Wokeness (@EndWokeness) September 10, 2025
Local journalist Heidi Hatch shared a firsthand account from her son, providing additional context to the unfolding events.
Say a prayer for Charlie Kirk, a genuinely good guy and a young father.
— JD Vance (@JDVance) September 10, 2025
The university has released preliminary details, confirming the shooting and the subsequent detention of the suspect.
Further details about the suspect's identity and motives have not been disclosed as the investigation is ongoing.
The condition of Charlie Kirk following the incident has not been fully updated, but the severity of the situation has prompted widespread concern and calls for safety measures at public events.
This is a developing story, and more information will be provided as it becomes available.
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