It started with a family dinner. A 22-year-old from Utah, Tyler Robinson, sat at the table and vented out his anger against Charlie Kirk. Two days later, the conservative activist lay dead on stage at Utah Valley University. Now Robinson faces accusations of murder in one of the most shocking political killings in recent memory.

Robinson didn’t come from a troubling background. No arrests. No criminal record, and also with a good academic performance.

He grew up in Washington City, the oldest of three boys in what looked like a tight-knit family. His father worked in law enforcement. His mother filled her social media with vacation photos and proud moments. Then everything shifted.

Knowing The Suspect Behind The Kirk’s Murder

Authorities say Robinson turned sharply toward left-wing act

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