In a shocking moment caught on video, conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot in the neck while speaking at Utah Valley University, triggering panic and raising serious concerns about violence at public political events.
What the Video Shows
The footage, shared by attendees and verified by media outlets, shows Kirk speaking on stage at the “American Comeback Tour” event when a loud crack rings out. He puts his hand to his neck and collapses. Blood is visible as the crowd immediately scatters in fear. :contentReference{index=1}
The event drew around 3,000 people. Witnesses say the shot came from a rooftop about 200 yards away, and authorities later confirmed that law enforcement agencies including the FBI and ATF responded to the scene.