Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old accused of killing Charlie Kirk on Wednesday, has “lawyered up” and is no longer talking with investigators, according to a new report.
A source familiar with the matter told CNN that Robinson had initially been speaking with law enforcement but has since gone silent, Newsmax reported.
It was not made clear what Robinson said before he stopped talking. He is currently being held without bail at the Utah County Jail.
He is expected to be charged with aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm causing serious bodily injury, and obstruction of justice, according to a probable-cause affidavit obtained by NBC News.
Court records show Robinson has no prior misdemeanor or felony convictions.
Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old man accused of fatally shooting conservative activist Charlie Kirk on Wednesday, has retained legal counsel and is no longer cooperating with law enforcement, according to multiple reports.
A source familiar with the case told CNN that Robinson had initially been speaking with investigators after his arrest but has since gone silent on the advice of his attorney, Newsmax reported. It remains unclear what Robinson disclosed during those early conversations before cutting off communication.
Robinson is currently being held without bail at the Utah County Jail as prosecutors prepare to formally charge him. According to a probable-cause affidavit obtained by NBC News, Robinson is expected to face multiple counts, including aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm causing serious bodily injury, and obstruction of justice.
Court records show that Robinson has no prior misdemeanor or felony convictions, making this his first known encounter with the criminal justice system. The affidavit did not shed light on a possible motive for the killing, leaving many unanswered questions surrounding the case.
The attack took place during an event at Utah Valley University, where Kirk, 31, was speaking when shots rang out, causing chaos among attendees. Law enforcement responded quickly, apprehending Robinson and securing the scene.
The high-profile case has already drawn national attention, sparking heated reactions across the political spectrum. While investigators continue to gather evidence, Robinson’s silence may complicate efforts to establish a clear timeline of events and a definitive motive behind the shooting.
For now, Robinson remains in custody as prosecutors finalize the charges that could send him to prison for life if convicted.
