The family of Charlie Kirk released a statement as Tyler Robinson, the man charged in his Sept. 10, 2025, killing, is expected in court on Monday for the five-day preliminary hearing, where he is charged with several counts, including aggravated murder. The prosecution is also seeking the death penalty.
“Charlie was a beloved husband, son, brother, friend, and father. Every court proceeding serves as painful reminder of his death and the loss that has irrevocably impacted our lives and the lives of his children,” the statement said.
“We remain deeply grateful for the support, prayers, and kindness we have received. This outpouring has sustained us during the darkest days of our lives,” it continued. “Out of respect for the judicial process, we will not be commenting further at this time. We ask for continued privacy as we navigate this process and immense grief.”
I am at the courthouse all morning long and will continue to update what I see and hear at the courthouse prior to the hearing beginning
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His parents were videotaped walking into the Provo courthouse on Monday, where lines began forming at 4:30 a.m. MDT. Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk, is also expected at the preliminary hearing.
Kirk, 31, who co-founded Turning Point USA, was killed on Sept. 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University, the first stop of Kirk’s “The American Comeback Tour.”
Robinson was taken into custody on the night of Sept. 11.
For the next five days, the Utah County Attorney’s office is expected to bring forth its strongest evidence to prove to the judge that there is enough to establish probable cause that a crime was committed and that Robinson committed it.
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If that standard is met, the case moves forward to trial.
Note: This story will be updated throughout the day.