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Man Accused of Killing Charlie Kirk Could Face the Death Penalty

From Berlingske · () Danish

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  • A Utah judge ruled that prosecutors may seek the death penalty against Tyler Robinson in the case involving Charlie Kirk’s killing.
  • Robinson, 23, faces seven charges, including murder and an allegation that he endangered other people at the event.
  • Prosecutors say Robinson shot Kirk during a debate at Utah Valley University, but he has not stated whether he will plead guilty or not guilty.

A 23-year-old man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk could face execution after a Utah judge allowed prosecutors to pursue the death penalty.

District Judge Tony Graf made the ruling during a hearing in a state district court. Prosecutors had presented what they described as overwhelming evidence that the case justified seeking capital punishment against Tyler Robinson.

Robinson is accused of shooting Kirk during a debate at Utah Valley University last year. Kirk, one of the most prominent figures on the American political right, was 31 when he was killed.

The indictment contains seven charges. Alongside the murder allegation, prosecutors accuse Robinson of endangering other people at the event. That charge can carry the death penalty in Utah, a state that Republicans have won in the most recent presidential elections.

Robinson has not said whether he denies the allegations or admits guilt, according to Reuters.

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