Summary
Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist, was shot and killed while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. The shooter is still at large, and authorities are actively searching for them. Kirk was part of a nationwide tour organized by his group, Turning Point USA.
Key Facts
- Charlie Kirk was shot during an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah.
- The event was part of a nationwide tour by the conservative group Turning Point USA.
- Kirk was answering questions from the audience when he was shot.
- He was taken to a hospital after the shooting but died from his injuries.
- Two people were briefly detained but released after questioning.
- The shooter has not been caught, and a manhunt is underway.
- Video footage captured before and after the incident shows individuals on the roof near the shooting site.
- The distance from the suspected shooter's location to Kirk was approximately 140 yards (130 meters).
