Start Here The Manhunt for Charlie Kirk's Killer
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Sep 12, 2025 In a gripping discussion, Matt Gutman, ABC Chief National Correspondent, shares live updates from the investigation into Charlie Kirk's shocking murder in Orem, Utah. He dives into forensic evidence and community reactions, illustrating the emotional weight of this tragedy. John Carl, ABC News Chief Washington Correspondent, addresses the political fallout, emphasizing bipartisan calls for unity amid rising tensions. The conversation also touches on the implications of political violence and the economic impacts of recent inflation reports, raising critical societal questions.
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Shooter Tracked Into Crowd
- Matt Gutman described how the shooter entered campus, climbed to a roof, fired a shot, and jumped off to vanish into the crowd.
- He said investigators tracked the suspect through surveillance among roughly 3,000 people before the trail went cold into a neighborhood.
Forensics Could Break Case
- Authorities recovered a high-powered bolt-action rifle and sent the weapon and marked bullets to Quantico for forensic analysis.
- The FBI hopes inscriptions on three rounds and forensic testing will yield actionable leads or fingerprints.
Help The Investigation With Tips
- The FBI publicly asked for tips and offered a $100,000 reward to encourage actionable information from witnesses.
- They urged the public to report sightings and said facial recognition and tips are key investigative tools right now.