(Gray News) - Charlie Kirk, a well-known right-wing political activist, was reportedly shot at an event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.

Bystanders told the Deseret News that Kirk was shot during a Q&A with students.

His condition was not immediately known.

Kirk is the CEO and co-founder of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA. The organization confirmed he was shot, according to the Associated Press.

President Donald Trump responded to the shooting, writing in a post on Truth Social:

“We must all pray for Charlie Kirk, who has been shot. A great guy from top to bottom. GOD BLESS HIM!”

This is a breaking news story. Updates to come.

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