Robinson allegedly interacted with Kirk's group before shooting
· UPIJuly 7 (UPI) -- One of the lead investigators in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk testified Tuesday that alleged killer Tyler Robinson spoke to members of Turning Point USA, Kirk's group, before the shooting.
David Hull, the investigator, took the stand on the second day of the hearing in Provo, Utah, The New York Times reported. The hearing was expected to last through Friday.
Prosecutors must convince the judge there is enough evidence to try Robinson, 23, for Kirk's shooting in September on the Utah Valley University campus. They intend to seek the death penalty.
The defense was also reviewing evidence and plans to call and question witnesses. Defense lawyers have been questioning witnesses thus far about security for the event in September, The Times said.
Hull did not say what Robinson's conversation with the group members was about. He also testified that Robinson allegedly returned to the campus hours after the shooting, while a manhunt was underway, and spoke to a police officer there, prompting the officer to write Robinson's license plate number down.
Robinson has not entered a plea in the case. He is charged with aggravated murder and other felonies.
Members of Kirk's family, including his widow, Erika Kirk, and his parents have been present for the two days of testimony so far. Some of them left the room during video testimony Monday. More video evidence and law enforcement testimony was expected later Tuesday.
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Erika Kirk, widow of conservative political activist and media personality Charlie Kirk, speaks during his memorial service at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz., on September 21, 2025. Charlie Kirk was assassinated at Utah Valley University while speaking at an event on campus on September 10. Photo by Eduardo Barraza/UPI | License Photo