Defense Team For Tyler Robinson File Surprise Legal Motion in Kirk Case

The defense team for Tyler Robinson, who is accused of killing conservative influencer Charlie Kirk, has filed a motion to close parts of an upcoming preliminary hearing. Robinson is accused of fatally shooting Kirk while he was speaking at Utah Valley University on September 10th.

He faces charges of aggravated murder and several additional felonies and could be eligible for the death penalty if convicted. (Newly released text messages are bad news for Robinson)

The defense motion, filed Friday, asked the court to close parts of the preliminary hearing scheduled for May 18, 19, and 22. (Latest report from ATF shook up the entire case)