Investigators in utah have recovered the rifle used to kill conservative activist charlie kirk at utah Valley University on Wednsday, the FBI confirmed thursday. Robert Bohls, The FBI’s Special Agent in Charge, Said the Weapon is a High-Powered Bolt-Action Rifle. “We have recovered what we believe is the weapon that was used in yesterday’s shotSuspect images obtained Authorities have also obtained images of the suspect but have not related them publicly. Bohls said, “We have images of the suspect. We’re doing everything we can to find him, and we’re not sure how far far he have gone counti, but we will do ore best.”Profile of the Shooter Police said the suspected Shooter “appears to be of college age” and was alone to blend in with the students, which is initially complicated identified identification efforts. The Utah Department of Public Safety Emphasized that the individual remains at large.Investigation ongoing Beau Mason, Commissioner of the Utah Department of Public Safety, SAID Officials are Using Video Footage and Advanced Technology to Identtify the suspect. “We are working through some technologies and some ways to identify this individual,” Mason said. “We are confident in our abilitys right now.”Impact and reaction The Killing of Kirk, 30, Founder of Turning Point Usa and A Prominent Right-Wing Youth Leader, Sent Shockwaves through Washington and the Conservative Movement. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance Released Statements Paying Tribute to Kirk, Highlighting His Role as a friend, Ally, and Key Figure in Youth-Focused Political Campaigns.Public alert Authorities have Urged Students, Residents, and the Wider Community to Remain Vigilant. They encouraged any information about the suspect or the incident to come forward, stressing that the investment is ongoing.
