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Salt Lake City, Utah – Utah County Attorney General Jeff Gray announced Tuesday that Tyler Robinson, named as the prime suspect in the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, will face seven criminal charges, including aggravated murder, raising the possibility of the death penalty if convicted.

At a press conference, Gray said the case was “extraordinarily serious” due not only to the nature of the crime, but also to the level of premeditation and Robinson’s subsequent actions to cover up his actions.

According to the indictment, Robinson will face the following charges:

Aggravated Murder (Capital Crime): Considered the primary charge, it refers to homicide committed with premeditation, ideological hatred, and aggravated circumstances.

Reckless Discharge of a Firearm: A felony, for causing bodily injury during the shooting.

Obstruction of Justice: For concealing the firearm used in the murder.

Obstruction of Justice: For disposing of the clothing he was wearing at the time of the attack.

Witness Tampering: For asking his roommate to delete incriminating messages.

Witness Tampering: For pressuring his trans roommate to remain silent and not cooperate with police.

Commission of a Violent Crime in the Presence of a Minor: A charge that adds legal weight to the charge and increases the potential sentence.

Prosecutor Gray emphasized that the first charge, aggravated murder, is a capital offense in the state of Utah, so the prosecution has not ruled out seeking the death penalty if a jury finds him guilty. "The crimes committed by Mr. Robinson are of the utmost severity, and it is our duty to ensure that justice is served to the fullest extent," the prosecutor stated.

Authorities stated that they have substantial evidence, including text messages, digital records, and objects seized from the defendant's home. According to the investigation, Robinson allegedly planned the attack months in advance, motivated by an obsession and ideological animus toward Charlie Kirk, media figure and founder of Turning Point USA.

 

Furthermore, the prosecution maintained that Robinson's conduct following the crime, including witness tampering and the destruction of evidence, constitutes a clear pattern of obstruction of justice.

The court scheduled the formal arraignment hearing and the definition of the trial schedule for the coming weeks. In the meantime, Robinson will remain in custody without bail, considered a high-risk individual both to the community and to the integrity of the judicial process.