Report shows Utah Valley University had several security issues on day of Charlie Kirk assassination

An independent review of the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University (UVU) in September 2025 has revealed several areas where the school could improve its security and safety protocols for future campus events. The report, which examined the circumstances surrounding Kirk's death, found that UVU's existing monitoring and information-sharing resources were not always sufficient to investigate specific threats or concerning behaviors.

The review also noted that UVU's public safety policies and procedures were inconsistently implemented before and during the event on September 10, 2025. The Kirk family's counsel, Brett Parkinson, emphasized the need for accountability, stating that UVU security was "woefully understaffed and unprepared" to handle the risks associated with the outdoor event.

The family also highlighted a specific tip about rooftop access risks to UVU officials, which they claim failed to prevent Kirk's killing. UVU President Jon Anderson acknowledged the significance of the report's findings, stating that the school must learn from them and implement the recommended changes. The university has made progress in campus safety over the past year, but Anderson emphasized the importance of continuing to "care for our community, learn from the findings of this review, and follow through on its recommendations." This story is ongoing and will be updated with further information as it becomes available.