Charlie Kirk was shot in the neck and later died in hospital after being rushed in a critical condition. Warning: very graphic video
A disturbing video has surfaced revealing a gunman positioned on the rooftop of the Losee Centre at Utah Valley University, in the aftermath of the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk during a Turning Point USA gathering on Wednesday.
Kirk was fatally wounded with a shot to the neck and subsequently passed away in hospital after being transported there in a critical state.
Donald Trump announced the heartbreaking news via his social media platform Truth Social, reports the Express.
He stated: “The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead. No one understood or had the Heart of the Youth in the United States of America better than Charlie. He was loved and admired by ALL, especially me, and now, he is no longer with us. Melania and my Sympathies go out to his beautiful wife Erika, and family. Charlie, we love you!”.
Campus discussion becomes tragedy
The prominent conservative commentator was renowned for conducting public debates at universities nationwide.
Mr Kirk, 31, was addressing students when gunfire erupted at the institution on Wednesday, according to authorities.
A bullet was discharged at 12:20 local time whilst Kirk was responding to a student’s question. Footage captures him instantly falling to the ground with blood visible on his neck.
Political leaders offer condolences
US Vice President JD Vance has recently shared on social media. “Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord,” he posts.
The conservative campaigner uploaded content to his TikTok profile mere minutes prior to the attack today, Wednesday September 10.
He addressed the audience: “That’s a lot of people, Utah. Gather up.
“I’m going to be here for a couple of hours, get comfortable.”
University shuts down as search for suspect continues
Utah Valley University has been closed for the remainder of the day with the suspect still on the loose.
A representative from Utah Valley University has withdrawn an earlier statement that a suspect in the shooting of Mr Kirk had been apprehended.
In a statement given to Deseret News in Utah, university spokesperson Scott Trotter confirmed: “We can confirm that Mr Kirk was shot, but we don’t know his condition. The suspect is not in custody. Police are still investigating Campus is closed for the rest of the day.”
Eyewitness video captures chaos
Video footage captured by bystanders shows masses of people running away from the scene following the shocking shooting incident.
Officials have stated that Kirk was shot from approximately 200 yards away, on the opposite side of the quad where he was delivering his speech.
Family present during assault
Kirk’s family were all present at the university campus with him.
“Pray for [Kirk] his wife Erika, their two children, and all who were present at Utah Valley University,” Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin shared on X.
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