Charlie Kirk assassination suspect released from custody
FBI Director Kash Patel reports that a suspect is in custody for the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Patel shared the following on X:
The subject for the horrific shooting today that took the life of Charlie Kirk is now in custody. Thank you to the local and state authorities in Utah for your partnership with @fbi.
We will provide updates when able.— FBI Director Kash Patel (@FBIDirectorKash) September 10, 2025
The identity of the suspect is not yet known. More details to come.
UPDATE: The person of interest has been released.
The subject in custody has been released after an interrogation by law enforcement. Our investigation continues and we will continue to release information in interest of transparency https://t.co/YXsG6YpFR5
— FBI Director Kash Patel (@FBIDirectorKash) September 10, 2025