Trial date of alleged Charlie Kirk killer set for June 2028
Summary
A Utah judge set jury selection in Tyler Robinson’s trial for 21 June 2028. Robinson has pleaded not guilty to aggravated murder and six other charges in the 2025 killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk; he could face the death penalty if convicted of aggravated murder.Key Facts
- Kirk was shot in September 2025 while speaking at a Utah college campus.
- Robinson, 23, is accused of killing Kirk, who was 31.
- Prosecutors estimate the trial could last 17 weeks, while the defence says it could take seven months.
- The defence sought a later trial date, saying it needed more time to prepare.
- Robinson’s defence team has sought to prevent prosecutors from pursuing the death penalty.
- Prosecutors cited alleged DNA evidence, video, statements and other evidence at a preliminary hearing.
- Kirk’s widow and parents have attended court hearings; his widow had urged the court to set an early trial date.
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