Correction: Suspect Still At Large After Shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University

 

Source: Charlie Kirk Facebook

September 10, 2025 – Orem, Utah

Correction: Suspect still at large as of 1:14pm AST

Police say a suspect is in custody after conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot during a campus event at Utah Valley University on Tuesday evening.

According to Deseret News, a single shot was fired inside the auditorium while Kirk was speaking to students and community members. Law enforcement responded immediately, detaining the suspected shooter and securing the scene.

The Guardian reported that the incident sparked chaos as attendees scrambled for safety. Kirk, 31, was struck by gunfire while on stage. His current medical condition has not been publicly disclosed.

U.S. News & World Report confirmed that Turning Point USA, the organization Kirk co-founded and leads as CEO, acknowledged the shooting in a statement. “Our focus is on Charlie’s health and safety,” the group said, adding that they are working closely with authorities.

CNN noted that Kirk is a high-profile ally of former President Donald Trump and a frequent presence on college campuses, where he is known for hosting debates and advocating for conservative policies.

Coverage from NBC News and BBC emphasized the national attention the shooting has drawn, with both outlets providing live updates as the investigation unfolds.

Kirk’s organization, Turning Point USA, has become a central force in conservative youth activism across the United States, often placing him in the spotlight of heated political debates.

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Authorities have not yet shared a possible motive for the shooting, but investigations are ongoing.

This is a developing story. Headlines357 will continue to follow updates as they become available.

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