The FBI has released new video of the suspect fleeing the scene after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. Authorities are urging the public to provide tips.
The FBI has released new video footage of the individual suspected in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025. The footage shows the suspect running across the rooftop from which the shot was fired before climbing over the edge, dropping to the grass below, and fleeing into a nearby wooded area.
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Authorities reported that the suspect was wearing sunglasses, Converse shoes, and a distinctive black T-shirt featuring an American flag and an eagle at the time of the attack. Officials are emphasizing these visual details to help the public identify the suspect.
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Public Tips and Community Cooperation
Utah Governor Spencer Cox, speaking at a press conference, said the video and enhanced still images were being released to “get help from the public” in locating the “evil human being.” The FBI and local authorities have stressed that tips from the public are crucial to advancing the investigation.
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Commissioner Beau Mason of the Utah Department of Public Safety described the images, urging viewers to pay attention to the suspect’s black backpack and cap with a triangle logo. Cox added that more than 7,000 tips have already been received, marking the largest response for a single FBI investigation since the Boston Marathon bombing in 2013.
Warning About Misinformation
Governor Cox warned the public about the tremendous amount of misinformation circulating online, urging people not to share unverified claims. He noted that Russian and Chinese bots are reportedly amplifying false information related to the case.
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In his remarks about Kirk, Cox highlighted the activist’s perspective on handling stressful events: “I think Charlie said it best, that when things get bad we should put our phones down and spend time with our families.”
Forensic Evidence Supports Investigation
Authorities confirmed that trace evidence was collected from the rooftop, including shoe impressions, a forearm imprint, and a palm print. The high-powered rifle and ammunition believed to have been used in the attack were recovered from a wooded area near the university.
Cox added that a significant amount of forensic evidence is being processed, and law enforcement is gathering the necessary documentation to pursue the death penalty if the suspect is apprehended.
FBI and Law Enforcement Collaboration
The FBI continues to coordinate closely with local and federal law enforcement agencies to track the suspect and bring justice for Charlie Kirk. Officials have reiterated that the investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is strongly encouraged to come forward.
“The FBI continues to work alongside our law enforcement partners to seek justice in the murder of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025. We are releasing additional photos of a person of interest,” the FBI said in an official X post.
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National Implications
The assassination of Charlie Kirk has sparked widespread concern over rising political violence in the United States. Lawmakers and commentators across the political spectrum have condemned the attack, highlighting the urgent need for unity, caution, and verified reporting as the investigation unfolds