WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk was shot on Wednesday at an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, Fox News reported, citing a spokesperson for the influential ally of U.S. President Donald Trump.

“Charlie Kirk has been shot at Utah Valley University. Condition unknown,” the spokesperson told Fox, which reported that Kirk had been taken to a hospital.

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.

“A shot was fired from a nearby building and we have a suspect in custody,” a university spokesperson told Reuters in an email.

“We are closely

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