Charlie Kirk, an American political activist and co-founder of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA, died after being shot in the neck on Wednesday (Sept. 10, local time) during an event at Utah Valley University.
The local Deseret News reported that Utah House Speaker Mike Schultz earlier said Kirk's death was confirmed to him by Utah law enforcement officials.
Footage shot by local KSL TV 5 showed crowds of people running from the university's courtyard, where Kirk, 31, was holding a speaking event when the shooting occurred.
"In honor of Charlie Kirk, a truly Great American Patriot, I am ordering all American Flags throughout the United States lowered to Half Mast until Sunday evening at 6 pm," US President Donald Trump said in a post on his Truth Social platform after confirming the death of Kirk, a Trump ally.
Kirk was visiting the campus as part of his "Prove Me Wrong" event. The event included Kirk inviting people on stage from the audience to debate political ideals with him.
Related News:
Trump says decision to attack Hamas in Qatar made by Israel PM, not White House
Watch This | UFO remains in flight after being hit by Hellfire missile: US Defense responds
Comment