Tyler Robinson hearing day 4 live updates: Charlie Kirk murder roommate Lance Twiggs expected to give video interview
July 9, 2026 9:29:45 PM IST
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Key piece of evidence, roommate’s interview takes center stage in Taylor Robinson’s hearing.
TAYLOR ROBINSON HEARING LIVE: Charlie Kirk’s parents, Katherine and Robert Kirk (right), arrive at the 4th District Court in Provo, Utah, for the hearing of Taylor Robinson, who is accused of shooting Charlie Kirk.
Listen to Tyler Robinson live: A preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, charged in the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, entered its fourth day Thursday, with prosecutors expected to present more evidence as the case nears conclusion. Utah prosecutors plan to play a recording of a law enforcement interview with Robinson’s roommate, Lance Twiggs, whose statements have become a key focus of the proceedings. After Kirk was killed at Utah Valley University, Twiggs was granted limited-use immunity in exchange for cooperating with investigators.
The hearing will determine whether prosecutors have presented enough evidence for Robinson to stand trial in the case. Robinson has not yet entered a plea, and his attorney has not commented publicly on his guilt or innocence.
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Defense attorneys have challenged the public release of Twiggs’ statement, arguing prosecutors could characterize the interview as a confession and that widespread media coverage could affect Robinson’s right to a fair trial.
The dispute comes as the court weighs the balance between transparency and protecting Robinson’s right to a fair trial. Jeffrey Neiman, an attorney representing the Kirk family, argued the evidence presented during the hearing should be made public.
“It should be released for the world to see,” Neiman said before court proceedings ended on Wednesday, adding, “without any redactions.” Defense attorney Richard Novak opposed the request, arguing that releasing some evidence could harm Robinson’s ability to receive a fair trial.
Prosecutor details Robinson’s surrender and evidence collection
During Wednesday’s hearing, Utah Bureau of Investigation Agent Brian Davis testified that Robinson turned himself in at the Washington County Sheriff’s Office on Sept. 11, accompanied by his parents and a family friend.
Robinson was formally arrested the next day and taken to the Utah County Jail, where investigators collected his clothing, fingerprints and DNA based on a search warrant, Davis said. Robinson testified that investigators later searched his home and his parents’ residence.
Davis also told the court that Twiggs was interviewed twice by investigators, provided DNA samples and was granted limited use immunity before cooperating. Twiggs was warned that providing false information during the second interview could result in a Class A misdemeanor charge.
State District Judge Tony Graf reminded both sides that the preliminary hearing is scheduled to end Friday.
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The hearing will determine whether prosecutors have presented enough evidence for Robinson to stand trial in the case. Robinson has not yet entered a plea, and his attorney has not commented publicly on his guilt or innocence.
roommate statement
Defense attorneys have challenged the public release of Twiggs’ statement, arguing prosecutors could characterize the interview as a confession and that widespread media coverage could affect Robinson’s right to a fair trial.
The dispute comes as the court weighs the balance between transparency and protecting Robinson’s right to a fair trial. Jeffrey Neiman, an attorney representing the Kirk family, argued the evidence presented during the hearing should be made public.
“It should be released for the world to see,” Neiman said before court proceedings ended on Wednesday, adding, “without any redactions.” Defense attorney Richard Novak opposed the request, arguing that releasing some evidence could harm Robinson’s ability to receive a fair trial.
Prosecutor details Robinson’s surrender and evidence collection
During Wednesday’s hearing, Utah Bureau of Investigation Agent Brian Davis testified that Robinson turned himself in at the Washington County Sheriff’s Office on Sept. 11, accompanied by his parents and a family friend.
Robinson was formally arrested the next day and taken to the Utah County Jail, where investigators collected his clothing, fingerprints and DNA based on a search warrant, Davis said. Robinson testified that investigators later searched his home and his parents’ residence.
Davis also told the court that Twiggs was interviewed twice by investigators, provided DNA samples and was granted limited use immunity before cooperating. Twiggs was warned that providing false information during the second interview could result in a Class A misdemeanor charge.
State District Judge Tony Graf reminded both sides that the preliminary hearing is scheduled to end Friday.
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July 9, 2026 9:29:44 PM IST
Tyler Robinson hearing live: Judge limits public display of evidence
Judge Tony Graff ruled that all evidence presented at Taylor Robinson’s hearing will not be publicly displayed, the BBC reported. The court will follow a tiered system, with some exhibits visible only within the courtroom and others available for viewing on a public livestream, while balancing transparency with the rights of parties.
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Tyler Robinson live hearing: What Robinson’s video from Sheriff’s Office shows
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July 9, 2026 9:05:59 PM IST
Tyler Robinson Live Hearing: Analyzing Robinson’s Court Conduct While Discussing Roommate Lance Twiggs
Fox News digital reporter Michael Ruiz analyzed Tyler Robinson’s body language during the preliminary hearing, particularly when prosecutors and witnesses mentioned his roommate, Lance Twiggs.
“Tyler Robinson appeared disturbed at times during today’s hearing, particularly when he took deep breaths, fidgeted and adjusted his suit jacket when it came to mentioning Lance Twiggs,” Ruiz wrote on X. “We have not seen video of Twiggs’ police interview and expect to see only an edited version tomorrow.”
