Suspect's roommate in Charlie Kirk killing given immunity for recorded statements
Summary
A man named Tyler Robinson is charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk on a university campus in Utah. At a court hearing, prosecutors said Robinson's roommate was given immunity and provided recorded statements about the case, which include text messages admitting the crime.Key Facts
- Tyler Robinson, 23, faces an aggravated murder charge for Charlie Kirk's death on September 10.
- Prosecutors want the death penalty for Robinson.
- Robinson’s roommate, Lance Twiggs, was given immunity for his recorded statements to the police.
- Twiggs’ statements were videotaped and are being considered as evidence.
- Robinson allegedly admitted to the shooting in a text message to Twiggs.
- Investigators found a bolt-action rifle believed to be the murder weapon near the shooting site.
- DNA from a towel near the weapon matched both Twiggs and Robinson.
- The court hearing will decide if the case goes to trial and if the death penalty stays on the table.
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