Defense in Charlie Kirk’s killing say shooter hit the ‘intended target,’ did not endanger others
Lawyers for the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk say he shouldn’t be eligible for the death penalty because the shooter “hit the intended target”…
Defense attorneys for Tyler Robinson, accused of fatally shooting conservative activist Charlie Kirk, argue that Robinson should not be eligible for the death penalty. They claim that the shooting, which occurred during an event at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025, targeted Kirk specifically and did not endanger others.
Robinson's attorneys dispute prosecutors' claims that the incident could be considered a capital crime due to potential harm to other attendees. The defense also refutes the notion that Robinson targeted Kirk due to their differing political views. Prosecutors presented what they deemed "overwhelming" evidence, including DNA linking Robinson to the murder weapon and his statements to a roommate about killing Kirk because he "had enough of his hatred."
However, Robinson's defense team has not presented any alternative theories for the shooting. Robinson has not yet entered a plea and remains silent during the hearing. Closing arguments in the preliminary hearing are set for September 1, and Judge Tony Graf will determine if the case proceeds to trial and under what charges.
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