Tyler Robinson Allegedly Confessed to Charlie Kirk Shooting on Discord Before Surrender

Lead Tyler Robinson, 22, the suspect in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, allegedly confessed in a private Discord chat roughly two hours before turning himself in, law enforcement sources reported Thursday.

Nut Graf Robinson’s purported digital admission emerged as federal agents link DNA from a towel at the crime scene to the suspect and prepare capital murder charges ahead of his upcoming court appearance, highlighting the ongoing probe into motive and potential accomplices.

Details of Confession

  • Robinson sent a message in a small Discord group reading, “Hey, I bad news all. was me UVU. I’m sorry for all of this,” hours before his surrender.
  • Authorities obtained screenshots from Discord, which the platform provided to investigators.

Evidence Linking Robinson

  • FBI Director Kash Patel announced DNA from a towel wrapped around the rifle matched Robinson’s genetic profile.
  • Investigators recovered a bolt-action rifle and engraved bullet casings bearing cryptic messages, now under forensic review.

Court Proceedings and Charges

  • Robinson remains held without bail in Utah County Jail under “special watch,” with aggravated murder and federal charges expected against him.
  • He is slated to appear virtually before a state judge on Tuesday, where formal charges will be read.

Investigation Scope

  • Federal agents are combing through Robinson’s online activity, political affiliations, and personal background to ascertain motive.
  • Utah Governor Spencer Cox and law enforcement have ruled out wider conspiracies but continue interviews with family members and acquaintances.

Public and Official Reactions

  • Tributes to Kirk have drawn national attention, with vigils held and flags lowered at federal buildings.
  • Political figures across the spectrum have condemned the violence, urging unity and denouncing extremist rhetoric.

Next Steps

  • Further discovery is anticipated as prosecutors file formal affidavits, and Robinson’s digital devices are examined for evidence of planning or outside encouragement.
  • The community awaits clarity on motive and any potential network behind this high-profile political assassination.