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Suspect in Charlie Kirk’s killing due in court for hearing that will preview prosecutors’ evidence
By Nicki Brown, Andi Babineau at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 6, 2026
· 7 min read
Tyler Robinson, the 23-year-old man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, will appear in court this week for a multiday hearing where Utah prosecutors are poised to preview some of their evidence in the case, including a videotaped statement by Robinsons former roommate, a key wi...
Key takeaway The hearing comes about ten months after Kirk, the 31-year-old conservative firebrand and co-founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot as he addressed a crowd of roughly 3,000 people during an event at Utah Valley University in Orem.
Why this matters in The Waco
The upcoming hearing for Tyler Robinson, accused of killing Charlie Kirk, will be closely watched by the Waco community, which has seen its share of high-profile cases. Although the incident occurred in Utah, the fact that it involves a prominent figure with a national following means that local residents will be interested in the outcome. The hearing will provide a glimpse into the evidence gathered by prosecutors, including a videotaped statement from Robinson's former roommate, and will help determine whether there is sufficient probable cause to support the filed charges. As the case moves forward, Waco residents will be paying attention to how the Utah County Attorney's Office presents its case, particularly given the decision to seek the death penalty. The community will also be watching to see how the defense team's forensic experts testify and potentially challenge the evidence presented.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? Tyler Robinson, the 23-year-old man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, will appear in court this week for a multiday hearing where Utah prosecutors are poised to preview some of their evidence in the case, including a videotaped statement by Robinsons former roommate, a key wi...
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