Suspect in Charlie Kirk assassination to face death penalty
NBC News·2025-09-16 23:30

Legal & Crime - Tyler James Robinson, 22 years old, faces seven counts, including aggravated murder, with the prosecutor seeking the death penalty [1] - Robinson's parents suspected him after seeing surveillance images and noticing his changed political views, leaning left and supporting LGBTQ+ rights [1] - Robinson confessed to his parents that he was the shooter and wanted to end his life, leading them to convince him to turn himself in [1] - Robinson sent a text message to his roommate admitting he planned to "take out Charlie Kurt" [1] - The FBI's investigation is ongoing, including an online group chat Robinson was allegedly communicating with, suggesting potential involvement of others [2] Evidence & Investigation - DNA was found on the trigger of the bolt-action rifle and target boards inside Robinson's apartment [3] - Robinson allegedly planned the shooting for over a week [3]