Authorities say Tyler Robinson, accused of killing Charlie Kirk, was influenced by a toxic online subculture mixing memes, gaming, and nihilism.
The suspect in the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk was immersed in an online subculture blending nihilism, gaming, and fringe politics, investigators revealed. Authorities identified the gunman as Tyler Robinson, 22, who allegedly confessed on Discord shortly before his arrest, writing, “Hey guys, I have bad news for you all. It was me at UVU yesterday. I’m sorry for all of this.”
FBI Director Kash Patel said agents are interviewing “scores” of Robinson’s online contacts, pointing to engraved bullet casings referencing antifa slogans, video game lyrics, and “furries” culture. Robinson’s boyfriend, who is transitioning, is cooperating with investigators and disclosed details of a destroyed note planning the attack.
Political science professor Todd E. Eberly warned, “Most of us aren’t aware how dark and how deep some of these communities go.” Robinson faces aggravated murder charges, making him eligible for the death penalty. Prosecutors argue the shooting stemmed from a toxic online environment as much as ideology.
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