Charlie Kirk, the CEO and co-founder of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA, was shot Wednesday at an event at a Utah college, Turning Point said.

The event was taking place on Utah Valley University's campus in Orem, Utah. University police confirmed that a single shot was fired toward a "visiting speaker."

The police alert added , "Police are investigating now, suspect in custody."

President Donald Trump put out a statement on Truth Social, acknowledging the situation.

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

"I am tracking the situation at Utah Valley University closely," Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, said in a post on X. "Please join me in praying for Charlie Kirk and the students gathered

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