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Charlie Kirk’s accused killer ‘said he wishes he hadn’t done it,’ roommate told Utah prosecutors
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 9, 2026
· 5 min read
By Andi Babineau, Nicki Brown, CNN
Provo, Utah (CNN) — The former roommate of Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, told investigators Robinson “said he wishes he hadn’t done it” the day after the fatal shooting.
“He started crying a little bit and sai...
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 on Utah Valley University’s campus.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The case against Tyler Robinson, accused of killing Charlie Kirk, has significant implications for the El Paso community, which has been following the developments closely. As the prosecution presents its evidence, including the videotaped statement from Robinson's former roommate, Lance Twiggs, locals are watching to see how the case unfolds. The fact that Twiggs was granted limited immunity in exchange for his testimony raises questions about the potential consequences for those who may have had knowledge of the crime. In El Paso, where community relationships and social networks are strong, the case serves as a reminder of the importance of cooperation with law enforcement and the potential consequences of withholding information. As the preliminary hearing continues, El Pasoans will be paying close attention to the outcome and its potential impact on the community's sense of safety and justice.
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Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? By Andi Babineau, Nicki Brown, CNN
Provo, Utah (CNN) — The former roommate of Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, told investigators Robinson “said he wishes he hadn’t done it” the day after the fatal shooting.
“He started crying a little bit and sai...
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