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Charlie Kirk murder: Prosecutors say suspect Tyler Robinson's DNA found on key evidence
By Nick Viviani at FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
The Utah man charged in the shooting death of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk is back in court for the third day of his week-long preliminary hearing as prosecutors continue presenting the evidence they have against Tyler Robinson, including DNA evidence.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
As the preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson continues, Minneapolis residents are closely following the developments in the case against the Utah man accused of murdering Charlie Kirk. The introduction of DNA evidence linking Robinson to key evidence in the investigation raises significant questions about the strength of the prosecution's case. For the community, the stakes are high, as the outcome of this trial may impact how similar crimes are investigated and prosecuted in Hennepin County. The fact that Robinson is from out of state also brings attention to the issue of violent crime committed by individuals from outside the local area, and how law enforcement agencies coordinate across state lines to bring perpetrators to justice. As the hearing progresses, locals will be watching to see how the evidence presented contributes to the overall narrative of the case and what it may mean for the future of public safety in Minneapolis.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Utah man charged in the shooting death of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk is back in court for the third day of his week-long preliminary hearing as prosecutors continue presenting the evidence they have against Tyler Robinson, including DNA evidence.
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