Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk Shot Dead in Utah, Latest Details Revealed

Liputan6.com, Jakarta The United States political world was rocked by the tragic incident involving Charlie Kirk, a prominent right-wing political activist.

Kirk was reportedly shot dead on September 10, 2025, while speaking at an event held at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utahat approximately 12:10 p.m. local time.

The shooting occurred during Kirk's "American Comeback Tour," a series of events planned at universities across the country.

Kirk's appearances on campus were part of his "Prove Me Wrong" debate program, where he interacted directly with the audience.

Charlie Kirk's death was confirmed by President Donald Trump via his platform, Truth Social, who expressed his deep sorrow for the loss of a figure who was considered to understand America's youth.

Utah Governor Spencer Cox even explicitly called the incident a "political assassination."

The shooting that killed Charlie Kirk occurred on the lawn of Utah Valley University when Kirk sitting at his "Prove Me Wrong" debate table, interacting with the audience gathered outside.

Video of the incident shows Kirk addressing a large crowd when gunshots suddenly rang out, sending the atmosphere into panic.

Details of the shooting indicate that Charlie Kirk was shot in the neck.

Video footage circulated shows Kirk holding his neck moments before falling from his chair while blood is seen from his neck.

Fortunately, no one else was reported shot or injured during the incident, although Kirk's wife and children were known to be at the scene.

President Donald Trump described Kirk’s death as a “dark day for America” and previewed a broader plan to crack down on political violence.

As Trump reshapes the Republican Party, Kirk embodies the new populist conservatism of the Republican Party in the social media era. Trump credits Kirk with successfully rallying and mobilizing the youth vote for him.

Utah Governor Spencer Cox unequivocally called the incident a "political assassination."

President Trump shares a message on the assassination of Charlie Kirk.“I ask all Americans to commit themselves to the American values for which Charlie Kirk lived & died. The values of free speech, citizenship, the rule of law & the patriotic devotion & love of God.” pic.twitter.com/3fBSgs4Zxa

— The White House (@WhiteHouse) September 11, 2025

As of September 11, 2025, the identity of suspected shooter Charlie Kirk remains unknown, and a massive manhunt continues.

Two people who were considered suspects in the shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk were later released as neither have “current ties to the shooting,” the Utah Department of Public Safety said in a statement.

The investigation is being led by the FBI and the Utah Department of Public Safety,as reported by CNN.

“There is an ongoing investigation and manhunt for the shooter,” it said.

The shooter is believed to have fired once from a nearby roof in a “targeted attack,” according to the Utah Department of Public Safety, which is leading the investigation along with the FBI.

Former US president Barack Obama condemned the shooting and offered his condolences to Charlie Kirk's family via his post on X.

We don’t yet know what motivated the person who shot and killed Charlie Kirk, but this kind of despicable violence has no place in our democracy. Michelle and I will be praying for Charlie’s family tonight, especially his wife Erika and their two young children.

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) September 10, 2025

Charles James Kirk, better known as Charlie Kirk, was born on October 14, 1993, and died on September 10, 2025, at the age of 31.

He was a highly influential American right-wing political activist, author, and media personality.

Kirk is widely known as the co-founder of the conservative organization Turning Point USA (TPUSA) in 2012, when he was just 18 years old.

He served as TPUSA's executive director, CEO of Turning Point Action (TPAction), and a member of the Council for National Policy (CNP).

These organizations aimed to attract young voters to the Republican Party and promote conservative ideology among high school and college students across the United States.

Throughout his political career, Charlie Kirk has been a close ally of Donald Trump and played a key role in rallying youth support for Trump's campaign, particularly in the 2024 election.

He also enjoyed success as the host of the popular podcast "The Charlie Kirk Show" and a nationally syndicated radio program in Salem, making him a significant voice in conservative media.