The suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk is under special watch in a Utah jail, days after he allegedly shot and killed the 31-year-old conservative activist.

"Tyler Robinson is being housed in our special housing unit so that we can keep a close eye on him," the Utah County Sheriff said in a statement Sunday. "He will remain on a special watch status until cleared by mental health, which may take several days."

Authorities will then decide which housing for him is appropriate and continue to monitor him in prison, the statement said.

"This is done for various reasons ranging from: the types of crimes you're booked on, behavioral issues, violent behavior, and/or suicidal comments made during the arrest," the sheriff's statement said. "The special housing unit has more cl

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