Tyler Robinson, 22 — now accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk — happily reading his college scholarship letter to his family.

The footage, recorded before the Utah shooting, shows Robinson celebrated for his academic promise. Fast forward to September 2025, and investigators say he meticulously planned Kirk’s murder: a hidden rifle drop point, engraved bullets, and Discord messages coordinating the attack.

Robinson reportedly is in custody after his own father, a 27-year veteran of the Washington County Sheriff’s Department, convinced him to confess and secured him for authorities. Trump reacted on live TV: “I hope he’s found guilty and sentenced to death.”. More photos have surfaced alleging he came from a very pro-gun house. The alleged Charlie Kirk shooter wore a Donald Trump costume for Halloween in 2017.