Conservative activist Charlie Kirk shot and killed at Utah university event
Kirk was speaking to a crowd at a university campus when a gunman fired from a rooftop; his family claims officials failed in their duties.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed while speaking to thousands at a university campus event in Utah. According to reports, a gunman positioned on a roof opened fire on the speaker and crowd.
Kirk's family has alleged "stunning failures" by Utah officials in connection with the shooting, suggesting lapses in security or response procedures.
Sources
- Charlie Kirk's family alleges 'stunning failures' by Utah officials led to his shooting — BBC News — World
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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