Tyler Robinson will stand trial for shooting Charlie Kirk to death on a college campus. Robinson is  accusing of firing the lone bullet which tore through Kirk's neck. Three other bullets were found in magazine of the alleged murder weapon, a rifle belonging to Robinson's grandfather.  Robinson faces seven total criminal charges. Aggravated murder is the primary charge. Robinson has pleaded not guilty, but prosecutors are actively seeking the death penalty. 

 Key evidence in the case:

DNA tied Robinson to the recovered rifle.

Tool markings matched a Dremel device.

Robinson's roommate testified about a direct confession.

Text messages written by Tyler Robinson. 

A status conference is set for October 23, 2026.

• Joining Nancy Grace today:
  Skye Lazaro  -  criminal defense attorney Ray, Quinney & Nebeker, website: www.rqn.com, Facebook: SkyeBeth, Instagram: SkyeBeth1 
• Dr. John Delatorre  - Licensed psychologist and mediator, specializing in forensic psychology, psychological consultant to Project Absentis: a non-profit organization that searches for missing persons, resolutionfcs.com, Twitter, IG, and TikTok: @drjohndelatorre 
• Chris McDonough  - Director at the Cold Case Foundation, Former Homicide Detective,   Host of YouTube channel, "The Interview Room”,  www.coldcasefoundation.org/chris-mcdonough 
• Joseph Scott Morgan -  Professor of Forensics: Jacksonville State University, Author, "Blood Beneath My Feet", YouTube Host: "Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan", @JoScottForensic
• Nate Eaton - News Director, East Idaho News, Emmy-nominated journalist.  Host of 'Courtroom Insider' on Youtube
• Dave Mack (AL) Investigative Reporter, 'Crime Stories'