Kirk, who founded conservative student group Turning Point USA, was shot while hosting an event in Utah, reports say
Conservative US commentator Charlie Kirk was shot on Wednesday at an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. A suspect is in custody.
Kirk, 31, is an influential ally of US President Donald Trump and co-founder of Turning Point USA, the largest conservative youth organisation in the country. He was taken to a hospital, Fox News reported.
“Charlie Kirk has been shot at Utah Valley University. Condition unknown,” a Kirk spokesperson told the network.
Video of the incident circulating on social media showed Kirk addressing a large outdoor crowd when a loud crack that sounded like a gunshot rang out. Kirk can be seen briefly moving his hand to his neck as he falls off his chair, sending the attendees running.
