BREAKING NEWS: Conservative Activist Fatally Shot at Utah University Event
Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative activist and ally of US President Donald Trump, has been shot dead while speaking at Utah Valley University (UVU) in Orem, Utah. The shooting occurred around 12:20 local time.
Kirk was seated under a white gazebo addressing a crowd of approximately 3,000 people when a single bullet struck him. Eyewitnesses and videos show Kirk recoiling in his chair with visible blood before collapsing.
The question-and-answer session had turned to gun violence when the shooting occurred. The audience member who asked the question about mass shooters has not been identified.
Kirk was known for his advocacy on conservative issues, including gun rights. His killing is being met with shock and outrage from both sides of the political spectrum.
This incident is under investigation by local authorities, and no motive or suspect information has been released at this time.
Utah Valley University has canceled all events scheduled for the day and is providing counseling services to students affected by the shooting.
This is a developing story. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
*This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*
