The FBI is investigating social media posts that appeared to predict the fatal shooting of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk weeks before he was killed, according to law enforcement sources and media reports.
Investigators have obtained screenshots of posts, some of which explicitly referenced Sept. 10 as the date of Kirk’s death, the Washington Free Beacon reported, citing people familiar with the probe. The posts were shared on the platform X and on TikTok and have circulated online; some of the screenshots have not been independently authenticated, according to reporting.
Among the posts cited in reporting was one on Sept. 3 from an X account using the handle @TallyHallAlbum that read, "itd be funny if someone like charlie kirk got shot on september 10th LMAO." The same user posted another line that appeared to reference former President Donald Trump with the date Dec. 14. An account using the handle @altulige posted on Aug. 6, roughly two months before the killing, "september 10th will be a very interesting day," followed by a later post saying, "I plead the fifth." Moments after Kirk was pronounced dead, an X user named "churbum75" posted, "WE F***ING DID IT," reporting said.
Some of the accounts being examined appear to be associated with LGBT subcultures, and at least one of the users reportedly followed Lance Twiggs on TikTok. Twiggs has been identified by Utah officials as the roommate and romantic partner of the accused shooter, Tyler Robinson. Authorities are reviewing any connections between the social media posts and individuals in Robinson’s circle as part of the broader investigation.
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox confirmed Sunday that Robinson, 22, remains in custody in connection with the shooting and that Twiggs is a romantic partner who is in the process of transitioning, saying Twiggs has been "incredibly cooperative" with investigators and "had no idea that this was happening." Cox made the confirmation in an interview with CNN’s Dana Bash and told ABC News that Robinson has not confessed and is not cooperating with authorities.
Robinson was arrested after his family turned him in, authorities said. Law enforcement officials have said Robinson allegedly fired from a distance of about 200 yards while Kirk was speaking at an event. Kirk was taken to a hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
The timing of several social media posts, some posted weeks before and others the day before the shooting, has raised questions for investigators. A TikTok user described in reporting appeared to post a video the night before the attack, and other posts included messages such as "charlie kirk is coming to my college tomorrow i rlly hope someone evaporates him literally" and "lets just say something big will happen tomorrow." Screenshots of those posts have been shared widely online.
Law enforcement officials have not publicly tied any specific social media account to the accused shooter, and the FBI declined to comment beyond confirming it is participating in the investigation, which also involves local and state authorities. Investigators are examining whether online posts constitute credible leads, and whether any posts were coordinated or connected to individuals with direct ties to Robinson.
Kirk, a founder of the conservative group Turning Point USA, frequently expressed anti-LGBTQ+ views in his public commentary, and officials said investigators are looking at whether animus tied to personal relationships played a role. During the event where Kirk was shot, an audience member had challenged him on the issue of transgender mass shooters; according to witnesses the exchange occurred shortly before the gunfire.
Authorities have emphasized that the probe is ongoing.Officials caution that social media posts can be difficult to authenticate and that screenshots circulating on social platforms do not by themselves establish involvement in a crime. The investigation includes digital forensics and interviews with witnesses and people connected to Robinson, Twiggs and others who may have relevant information.
As investigators pursue leads, the case has prompted intense public scrutiny of the role of online speech and the spread of extremist or threatening content on social media platforms. Law enforcement officials have not announced any charges beyond the arrest of Robinson and have declined to offer a motive while the probe continues.
The FBI and local authorities urged anyone with additional information about the shooting or the social media posts to come forward. Public records and court filings are expected to provide further details as the criminal case advances.