Trump: Kirk shooting suspect in custody; someone close to suspect turned him in

Trump: Kirk shooting suspect in custody; someone close to suspect turned him in

The FBI has confirmed that the suspect in the shooting death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk is in custody. The suspect was turned in by someone close to him, according to law enforcement sources. Kirk, a prominent figure in the conservative movement, was shot while addressing a crowd at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.

The shooting, which occurred during a Turning Point USA event, has been described as a "political assassination" by Utah Governor Spencer Cox. The suspect, who was taken into custody after an hours-long manhunt, is believed to have fired from a roof at a long distance, according to Utah Department of Public Safety Commissioner Beau Mason.

The shooting has sparked widespread condemnation and calls for an end to political violence. President Donald Trump, in a video message from the Oval Office, vowed that his administration would track down the suspect and those who contributed to the attack. Trump also ordered flags to be lowered to half mast in honor of Kirk.

Kirk's death has been described as a "watershed moment" by experts, who warn that it could further inflame an already fractured country and inspire more unrest. Kirk was the co-founder of Turning Point USA, a major conservative youth organization that played a key role in driving young voter support for Trump in the 2024 election.

The shooting is still an active investigation, and the motive behind the attack remains unclear. The FBI has set up a tip line to gather information from the public. The Utah department of public safety has stated that they are working with the FBI and local police departments to investigate the incident.