OREM, Utah — Charlie Kirk, the co-founder and CEO of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA, was shot on Wednesday while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University.

A law enforcement official, speaking on the condition of anonymity, told The Associated Press that Kirk is in critical condition and is being treated.

The university confirmed in a statement that a suspect is in custody. According to reports, a shot was fired from a campus building approximately 200 yards away while Kirk was speaking at an event hosted by a student group.

One video appeared to show Kirk’s head jerking back as blood poured from his neck. He had been delivering remarks while sitting under a tent with the slogan “The American Comeback” printed on it.

The identity of the shooter has not been

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