Orem, Utah — Law enforcement officials investigating the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk say they now have credible video footage of the suspected gunman who opened fire during Kirk’s appearance at Utah Valley University earlier this week.
According to sources close to the investigation, the footage — reportedly captured on both campus security cameras and a student livestream — shows a figure positioned on a rooftop near the outdoor event just moments before gunfire erupted. Authorities believe this vantage point matches the ballistic trajectory that fatally struck Kirk in the neck.
What the Video Reveals
Officials have not released the footage publicly but confirmed it is being used to identify and track the suspect. Investigators are analyzing the suspect’s movements before and after the shooting, and federal agencies are assisting in enhancing the video to clarify physical details such as build, clothing, and possible escape route.
“We are confident that the video provides us with actionable leads,” one federal official told reporters. “This is a critical step toward bringing the perpetrator to justice.”
The Shooting
The attack occurred during Kirk’s “American Comeback Tour” stop, where thousands of students and supporters had gathered. Witnesses say the atmosphere shifted instantly when a single shot rang out, striking Kirk as he addressed the crowd. Despite immediate medical intervention, the 31-year-old Turning Point USA founder died at the scene.
The shooter escaped in the chaos, sparking a campus-wide lockdown and a massive manhunt that continues tonight.
A Nation Watching Closely
The murder has drawn condemnation across the political spectrum and renewed debate over the rise of political violence in America.
Former President Donald Trump called Kirk “a great and legendary young man”, while Democratic leaders like Gavin Newsom and Hakeem Jeffries described the attack as “vile and reprehensible.”
Now, with video evidence in hand, authorities are under pressure to quickly identify and apprehend the suspect before further violence can occur.
The Family Left Behind
Kirk is survived by his wife Erika and their two young children. Friends describe him as a devoted husband and father whose proudest moments were not on stage, but at home.
For them, the investigation is not only about justice for a public figure but closure for a family who has lost the man they loved most.
The Road Ahead
Officials say they are combing through eyewitness testimony, social media clips, and digital forensics alongside the newly surfaced video. While no arrests have yet been made, investigators believe the footage will be central to solving the case.
“This is a developing investigation,” Utah authorities said in a statement. “We will pursue every lead until the suspect is found.”