Drone footage released on X this morning, September 11th, 2025, provides an overhead view of the crime scene near Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, where Charlie Kirk was assassinated on September 10th, 2025. The footage details the location of Kirk's tent, the shooter's position, and the assailant's escape route. This new visual evidence emerges as the FBI continues its investigation into the assassination. Previously, authorities detained and subsequently released two individuals, George Zinn and Zachariah Qureshi, stating they have no current ties to the shooting. The assailant was described as wearing jeans, a black shirt, a black mask, and a black vest, and carrying a "long rifle." Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro ordered state flags to be flown at half-staff to honor Charlie Kirk, as announced this morning. Separately, Representative James Talarico condemned political violence in a statement on X, calling Kirk "a child of God" and "Our sibling. Our brother. A human being endowed with infinite worth." In related developments, President Donald Trump had previously ordered U.S. flags to be flown at half-mast until Sunday evening, and Utah Governor Spencer Cox also ordered state flags to be flown at half-staff. Utah Valley University's campus remains closed until September 15th. Earlier, the FBI launched a digital media tip line between 10:30 PM and 10:45 PM UTC on September 10th, seeking information. Senator J.D. Vance shared personal tributes, noting Kirk's role in connecting him with President Donald Trump. Roger Stone Jr. suggested President Trump award Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
