RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Virginia leaders are reacting to the shocking news that conservative influencer Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday during an event in Utah.

On Wednesday, Sept. 10, 31-year-old Kirk was speaking at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah during an event for Turning Point USA -- a national organization he co-founded -- when he was shot in the neck.

Kirk was initially reported to be at a local hospital in critical condition. However, Turning Point USA has since announced his death.

"It is with a heavy heart that we confirm that Charles James Kirk has been murdered by a gun shot that took place during Turning Point USA’s 'The American Comeback Tour' campus event at Utah Valley University on September 10th, 2025," the organization said. "May he be received int

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