URGENT: Disturbing videos spreading rapidly online despite viewer opt-outs.

BREAKING NEWS Charlie Kirk Shot at Utah Valley University Event, Graphic Videos Spread Online Despite Viewer Opt-Outs September 18, 2025, 5:00 AM ET FBI agents are investigating the shooting of Charlie Kirk, a political activist who was killed on September 11, 2025, at an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. Graphic videos capturing the moment he was shot have rapidly spread online, reaching millions of viewers. The shooting occurred during a livestreamed event, and thousands of people in the audience had smartphones that captured the graphic footage. Even without actively searching for it, many people were confronted with the disturbing images. According to officials, Charlie Kirk's death is being treated as a homicide investigation. Utah Governor Spencer Cox has expressed concern about the impact of consuming violent imagery on individuals and society. The FBI is leading the investigation into the shooting, but no arrests have been made yet. The university has canceled all events until further notice. This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*