‘Had the chance, took it': Tyler Robinson’s chilling message to boyfriend on day of Charlie Kirk killing
Mint·2h ago·Fear
What Happened
Tyler Robinson allegedly sent his boyfriend a message before shooting right-wing activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University in September 2025. Court documents reveal Robinson wrote he had the opportunity to "take out" Kirk and "took it." Robinson apologized in a handwritten letter, stating he left home "on a mission." However, investigators cannot connect the fatal bullet to Robinson's rifle, and DNA evidence may involve multiple individuals, according to defense court filings.
Key Entities
Tyler RobinsonCharlie KirkUtah Valley UniversityOrem, UtahSeptember 2025ABC NewsATFFBI