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Charlie Kirk murder: Tyler Robinson's ex-roommate says Robinson was 'engraving bullets' month before shooting
By Nick Viviani at FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
Charlie Kirk assassination suspect Tyler Robinson was back in court for the fourth day this week for his preliminary hearing where prosecutors played a video interview with Robinson's ex-roommate Lance Twiggs in open court for the first time. In the video, Twiggs said Robinson began "engraving b...
Key takeaway In the video, Twiggs said Robinson began "engraving bullets" around a month before the alleged shooting.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The decision to redact parts of the video testimony from Tyler Robinson's ex-lover's roommate raises questions about what information will be withheld from the public and how it may impact the case. As the preliminary hearing nears its conclusion, the community will be watching closely to see if Tyler Robinson will be ordered to stand trial for the murder of Charlie Kirk. The outcome of this hearing will have significant implications for the family and friends of the victim, as well as the broader community that has been following this case. With the potential for the recorded interview to be played in court, it remains to be seen how this evidence will influence the judge's decision and what role the redacted testimony will play in the proceedings. The community will be awaiting the outcome of this hearing with great interest, seeking justice and closure for the family of Charlie Kirk.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Charlie Kirk assassination suspect Tyler Robinson was back in court for the fourth day this week for his preliminary hearing where prosecutors played a video interview with Robinson's ex-roommate Lance Twiggs in open court for the first time. In the video, Twiggs said Robinson began "engraving b...
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