Alleged Assassin of Charlie Kirk Makes Unusual Request Ahead of Court Hearing
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of assassinating conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, has made a request through his lawyers that could impact the fairness of his trial.
Robinson was arrested and charged with seven offenses, including aggravated murder and obstruction of justice, after Kirk was shot and killed at a Utah Valley University event on September 10.
- Robinson's lawyers argue that if the request is not met, it could make it more difficult to have a fair trial.
- The FBI made the arrest less than two days after the incident, following a massive manhunt.
- Utah is one of five states that still use a firing squad as a method of capital punishment, which Robinson could face if convicted.
The motive for the killing is yet to be announced by officials.
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Author's summary: Alleged assassin makes unusual request ahead of trial.