Summary
Charlie Kirk, a well-known conservative activist and ally of former President Donald Trump, was shot and killed while speaking at Utah Valley University. Authorities are investigating the incident, searching for the shooter, and reviewing security footage, but have not yet identified a suspect.
Key Facts
- Charlie Kirk was a conservative activist and ally of former President Donald Trump.
- He was shot while speaking at an outdoor event at Utah Valley University.
- The shooting happened around 12:20 PM local time.
- Kirk was taken to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
- The shooter is believed to have fired from a nearby building's roof.
- The police have arrested two people, but later released them, stating they are not connected to the incident.
- A manhunt for the shooter is ongoing, and the campus has been secured and locked down.
- Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage and social media videos to find more information.
