Charlie Kirk Assassination Suspect Under ‘Special Watch’ in Custody: Sheriff’s Office

Contact Your Elected Officials

A spokesperson confirmed that Tyler Robinson is being housed separately, and there is no indication the suspect is suicidal.

The suspected assassin of conservative political commentator Charlie Kirk is being held under “special watch” in custody and is being kept in a separate housing unit, a spokesperson for the Utah Sheriff’s Office said on Sunday.

In a statement to The Epoch Times, sheriff’s office spokesman Ray Ormond said that Tyler Robinson, 22, is “being housed in our special housing unit so that we can keep a close eye on him.”

“He will remain on a special watch status until cleared by mental health, which may take several days. After cleared by mental health, he will proceed through our classification process to determine the appropriate housing area,” Ormond continued.

Robinson will be monitored by custody, medical, and mental wellness staff throughout his detention at the facility, he said.

“This is done for various reasons ranging from: the types of crimes you’re booked on, behavioral issues, violent behavior, and/or suicidal comments made during the arrest. The special housing unit has more close supervision as does our special watch,” the spokesperson added.

Ormond said that he was not told whether Robinson made any suicidal comments or if there were any concerns about him killing himself.

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said Robinson said on Sunday that is “not cooperating” and that his friends paint a picture of someone radicalized on the internet who had left-wing political viewpoints.

“Clearly there was a lot of gaming going on,” Cox said on NBC in an interview Sunday. “Friends have confirmed that there was kind of that deep, dark internet, the Reddit culture, and these other dark places of the internet where this person was going deep.”

Cox stressed on several morning news shows, however, that investigators are still trying to pin down a motive for the attack on Kirk, a father of two and confidant to President Donald Trump, who was assassinated Sept. 10 during one of his signature college speaking tours at Utah Valley University. The governor said more information may come out once Robinson appears in court Tuesday.

By Jack Phillips

Read Full Article on TheEpochTimes.com

The Epoch Times
The Epoch Timeshttps://www.theepochtimes.com/
Tired of biased news? The Epoch Times is truthful, factual news that other media outlets don't report. No spin. No agenda. Just honest journalism like it used to be.

Kamala, Please Run Again

Kamala Harris hinted she wants to run for President in 2028, despite poor poll numbers and her loss in 2024. If she runs, the big winners will be the GOP.

Rosie O’Donnell vs. Her Therapist

Rosie O’Donnell's therapist attempted to artfully introduce to her client to the possibility that Rosie's outrage might be performative. It didn’t take.

Hamas’s Stubborn Grip on Arms Signals No Desire for Genuine Peace

Hamas’s rhetoric reflects its founding ideology, prioritizing armed resistance over civilian welfare or diplomatic progress.

Off the radar

In the longstanding and brutal ledger of religious persecution, Nigeria now occupies its own grim chapter with its enduring pogrom against Christians.

The New Jackboots? A Wake-Up Call on Antifa and Fascism

An analysis of whether Antifa truly opposes fascism by comparing its tactics and behavior to historical signs and movements of fascist regimes.

Amazon to Cut 14,000 Corporate Jobs Amid AI Push

Amazon is cutting about 14,000 corporate jobs to streamline management, reduce bureaucracy, and focus more on AI and other key priorities.

Louisiana GOP State Lawmaker Announces Run Against Incumbent U.S. Senator

Louisiana Rep. Julie Emerson launches a campaign against Sen. Bill Cassidy, entering the state’s first Republican primary race in 50 years.

Trump Says His MRI Test Performed at Walter Reed Was ‘Perfect’

“I did,” Trump confirmed. “I got an MRI. It was perfect. I gave you the full results. We had an MRI, in the machine … the whole thing.”

Fox News to Air First TV Interview With Erika Kirk Following Husband’s Assassination

Erika Kirk, new CEO of Turning Point USA, will give her first TV interview next month, two months after the assassination of her husband, Charlie Kirk.

Trump, Japanese PM Sign Critical Minerals, Rare Earths Deal

The U.S. president visited Tokyo on the second leg...

Trump Hikes Canada’s Tariffs by 10 Percent for Not Pulling Anti-Tariff Ad Immediately

Trump announced he will increase tariffs on Canada by 10% after ad by provincial government of Ontario misrepresented President Reagan’s speech on tariffs.

Trump Rolls Back Emissions Rules on Copper Smelters

President Trump issued a proclamation aimed at reversing a Biden-era environmental rule that enforced stricter air emission standards on copper smelters.

Donor Gives $130 Million to Cover Shortfall in Troop Pay During Shutdown

Trump announced on Oct. 23 that an anonymous donor sent $130M to cover military pay during the ongoing government shutdown.
spot_img

Related Articles

Popular Categories

MAGA Business Central