A 71-year-old man has been charged with shooting conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. According to police documents, the suspect stated he fired the weapon to provide the actual shooter with time to flee the scene. The incident occurred during a public event where Kirk was speaking.

Authorities reported that the shooting took place in a crowded venue, causing panic among attendees. Witnesses described a chaotic scene as people scrambled for safety. The suspect was quickly apprehended by law enforcement.

In his statement to police, the man claimed he acted out of a misguided sense of duty. He believed that by shooting Kirk, he could distract from the real shooter’s escape. The police have not confirmed whether there was a second shooter involved.

Kirk, who was unharmed in the incident, expressed relief that no one was seriously injured. He emphasized the importance of safety at public events and called for a thorough investigation into the shooting.

The suspect is currently facing multiple charges, including attempted murder and reckless endangerment. He is being held without bail as the investigation continues. Authorities are reviewing security footage and interviewing witnesses to gather more information about the events leading up to the shooting.