Texts allegedly showing Tyler Robinson confessing to Charlie Kirk’s killing have drawn skepticism online, even as prosecutors pursue the death penalty.
Text messages released between Charlie Kirk murder suspect, Tyler Robinson, and his partner, Lance Twiggs, have fueled online debate, with many questioning their authenticity.
The messages, disclosed in court filings, appear to show Robinson admitting responsibility for the September 10 killing at Utah Valley University in Orem. In the exchange, he allegedly wrote, “I am, I’m sorry,” after Twiggs asked if he carried out the attack. He also detailed hiding a rifle and planning the shooting for over a week.
Robinson, 22, was arrested two days later and has since been charged with aggravated murder. Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray confirmed prosecutors will seek the death penalty. Robinson is being held without bail at Utah County Jail and has not yet entered a plea.
On social media, skepticism spread. Commentator Candace Owens described the messages as “clearly doctored,” while Steve Bannon said they seemed “too stilted, too much like a script.” Meanwhile, constitutional lawyer KrisAnne Hall cautioned that releasing such evidence before trial could compromise proceedings.
The FBI has confirmed Twiggs, a transgender woman and Robinson’s roommate in St. George, Utah, as his romantic partner. Officials stressed she was unaware of Robinson’s plans and has not been accused of wrongdoing.
Kirk, 31, a conservative activist, was shot during a campus Q&A session, sparking national outrage. A memorial service is scheduled for September 21 in Arizona, with former President Donald Trump expected to attend.