Charlie Kirk’s accused killer appeared in court for the first time today since Kirk’s violent death last week in Utah.

Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist credited with energising the Republican youth movement and helping Donald Trump win the election last year, died while speaking at a college outside of Salt Lake City, Utah.

22-year-old Tyler Robinson is facing a capital murder charge, with prosecutors seeking the death penalty.

Investigators have been piecing together evidence, including a rifle and ammunition engraved with anti-fascist and meme culture messaging, found after the shooting.

The most serious charge Robinson is facing is aggravated murder. Once charges are filed, Robinson is scheduled to appear on camera for a virtual court hearing.

He has been held without bail sin

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