FBI Releases First Photos of New "Person of Interest" in Kirk Assassination
They also announced a reward of up to $100,000 for “information leading to the identification and arrest of the individual(s) responsible for the murder of Charlie Kirk.”
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The FBI’s Salt Lake City field office released surveillance photos Thursday of a person of interest in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University.
Agents posted two images of the unidentified man and directed tips to the bureau’s 1-800-CALL-FBI line and dedicated a digital portal as the manhunt continues. Kirk, 31, was killed Wednesday during an outdoor campus event.
“We are asking for the public’s help identifying this person of interest in connection with the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University,” the bureau’s X post reads.
The FBI also announced it is offering a reward of up to $100,000 for “information leading to the identification and arrest of the individual(s) responsible for the murder of Charlie Kirk.”
The images released by FBI Salt Lake City show a man in dark clothing, a baseball cap and sunglasses. The office urged anyone who recognizes the individual to call 1-800-CALL-FBI or submit digital media through the FBI’s portal referenced above.
Investigators have provided periodic updates but have not announced any arrests. The FBI said it is working closely with state and local partners and will continue releasing information as it is verified.
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