A lot of blood: local reporters describe moment when Charlie Kirk was shot
3 minute readPublished: Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 8:51 pm
Right-Wing Activist Charlie Kirk Shot at Utah University Event
Orem, Utah – Right-wing activist Charlie Kirk was shot while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday. The incident occurred during a campus event where Kirk, the executive director of Turning Point USA, was answering questions.
Eyewitness accounts from reporters present at the event describe the scene as chaotic. According to Emma Pitts, a reporter for the Deseret News, Kirk was in the middle of answering a question about mass shootings when the shot rang out. The questioner had inquired about the number of mass shootings involving transgender individuals, followed by a question about the total number of mass shootings in recent years.
Videos circulating online show Kirk responding to the questions before being struck in the neck. Witnesses reported seeing a significant amount of blood immediately after the shot. Following the shooting, attendees took cover, and the university was evacuated. The direction of the shot, according to Eva Terry, another reporter present, appeared to come from the middle to the right side of the audience.
The event had been well-attended, with a positive atmosphere among the crowd before the shooting. Reporters noted the enthusiasm of the attendees before the incident. Authorities are investigating the shooting.
BNN's Perspective:
The shooting of Charlie Kirk is a deeply concerning event. Regardless of political affiliation, violence has no place in public discourse. It is crucial that the investigation is thorough and that the perpetrator is brought to justice. This incident underscores the need for respectful dialogue and the importance of protecting free speech while ensuring the safety of all individuals at public gatherings.
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