Prosecutors say there's 'no doubt' Tyler Robinson killed Charlie Kirk pre-verdict
Utah County prosecutors finished their arguments in a key preliminary hearing on Tuesday by asserting that video and DNA evidence prove Tyler Robinson killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk, as a judge weighs whether there is probable cause to put Robinson on trial for murder charges.
TL;DR
- Prosecutors presented video, DNA, and circumstantial evidence, along with alleged admissions, to argue Tyler Robinson is guilty of murdering Charlie Kirk.
- The prosecution stated the evidence is overwhelming and surpasses the probable cause standard for a trial.
- Prosecutors also argued that the charges should be elevated due to the risk posed to others at the event.
- Robinson's lawyers challenged the DNA evidence, calling it inconclusive and an overreach, and pointed to a ballistics test that did not definitively link Robinson to the weapon or bullet.
- A judge will decide if there is enough probable cause to move the case to trial, where Robinson could face the death penalty.
- Robinson's defense has previously attempted to remove the possibility of the death penalty.