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EARLIER REPORTS:
Charlie Kirk, a professional conservative debater and author, has been shot at Utah Valley University. Eyewitnesses stated that Kirk was "shot near his neck" during a question and answer session with students. According to the same eyewitnesses he "fell from his chair" after being struck. In the video it appears he was struck in his neck.
Charlie Kirk is best known for going to campuses and debating with students about "hot button and controversial issues".
One young woman on scene said it was complete chaos after Charlie Kirk had been struck. There were 2 to 3,000 people in attendance and video shows the large mass of students fleeing the scene in a panic. She said the mood was "very mellow and peaceful" between Charlie and the students before it happened.
The suspect is in custody. Eyewitnesses stated the suspect "appeared to be an older gentleman". The campus is on lockdown.
They have not updated what condition Charlie Kirk is in. We will update.
UPDATE:
ETA- The FBI director announced that the suspect was caught and then said that the suspect was released. We will update when the suspect or suspects are captured.
Charlie Kirk, aged 31, has passed away. The suspect who shot him is still at large.
Charlie Kirk, best known for being a right-wing activist/debater, was shot today at Utah Valley University by an individual that is still on the loose. It was originally reported that the suspect was in custody, but officials have reported that particular man was not involved in the shooting.
The suspect remains at large and the investigation is ongoing.
Charlie Kirk was in the middle of speaking to thousands of college students when a shot rang out. Charlie was shot in the left side of his neck and collapsed immediately out of his chair.
After the students saw this, chaos followed with 2 to 3,000 students running for cover.
We will update when police have announced they have detained the suspect, or found the suspect.
Watch video below.
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