The man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk is scheduled to appear in court Tuesday in Utah, where prosecutors are expected to file formal charges in a case that has drawn national attention and renewed concerns about political violence.
Tyler James Robinson, 22, was arrested after a 33-hour manhunt and booked into the Utah County Jail on suspicion of aggravated murder, obstruction of justice and felony discharge of a firearm causing serious bodily harm. Prosecutors are weighing whether to pursue a capital murder charge, which could carry the death penalty or life in prison under Utah law.
Why Tyler Robinson court appearance in Utah
What we know:
Authorities said Robinson climbed onto a rooftop during Kirk’s appearance at Utah Valley University and opened fire, killin