As previously reported, Robinson’s girlfriend, a trans woman named Lance Twiggs, cooperated with authorities in building their case against him.
Tyler Robinson, the alleged Charlie Kirk assassin, warned his transgender girlfriend to keep quiet and avoid talking to the police after the conservative commentator’s death, according to officials. Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray shared this new information at a press conference in Orem, Utah, on Tuesday, while also expressing his desire to seek Robinson’s execution.
« After shooting Mr. Kirk, Robinson told his roommate to delete incriminating text messages and not to talk to police », Gray said with conviction. Robinson was formally charged on Tuesday in the murder of conservative influencer Kirk. If found guilty, he face execution by firing squad. Gray described the conservative influencer’s death as « an American tragedy. »
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As previously reported, Robinson’s girlfriend, a trans woman named Lance Twiggs, cooperated with authorities in building their case against him. Officials confirmed that Robinson and Twiggs were romantically involved.
The alleged killer reportedly admitted to the crime to his roommate, saying, « I’m sorry. » When the roommate mentioned that police had already arrested someone in connection with the murder, Robinson allegedly replied, « no, they grabbed some crazy old dude, then interrogated someone in similar clothing.
