New video showing Tyler Robinson turning himself in raises question, “Why is there no date timestamp…?”
Newly released surveillance video shows Taylor Robinson turning himself in after shooting Charlie Kirk Robinson played the song in court during his preliminary hearing in Utah. The video was later shared by Fox News and is being used by prosecutors as part of the timeline they are presenting in the case.
The short film does not show the filming itself. Robinson reportedly arrived at the Sheriff’s Office the day after Kirk was killed. Prosecutors introduced the video and other evidence as they worked to determine probable cause that the case should proceed to trial.
However, netizens have questioned the video, with some saying they were not even sure it was Robinson in the video.
Footage of Tyler Robinson shown at preliminary hearing
The surveillance footage shown in court was about 12 seconds long and reportedly showed a person arriving at the Sheriff’s Office, Fox News reported. Prosecutors say video captured the moment Taylor Robinson Charlie Kirk turned himself in on September 11, 2025, one day after he was shot and killed at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah.
The video was released on the third day of Robinson’s preliminary hearing in Provo. Prosecutors framed it as part of a broader timeline of events surrounding the case.
Reaction to the video online has been mixed. One user commented: “This could be anyone!!!!!” Another wrote, “Why no date timestamp…when will we see Taylor’s face?” A third user said: “How does a video of him turning himself in become ‘evidence’?”
Others viewed the video differently and pointed to the broader case being heard in court. One commenter wrote, “Looks dry… DNA on rifle, confession…” Another added, “Political violence is never the answer. Let the evidence speak for itself.”
Charlie Kirk homicide case includes DNA evidence, video and witness statements
Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk was killed while speaking outdoors at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025. Authorities said he was shot from a rooftop and the death was ruled a homicide.
Robinson, who was 22 at the time and is now 23, later turned himself in. He faces an aggravated murder charge and prosecutors are seeking the death penalty.
During the ongoing hearing, prosecutors also pointed to surveillance video that allegedly showed Robinson on campus multiple times that day. Court proceedings include discussions DNA Evidence was recovered from the rifle and other items, as well as notes and statements allegedly related to the investigation.
Defense lawyers have challenged some of the prosecution’s evidence, including its interpretation of video footage and other material presented in court.
A preliminary hearing is still ongoing. The current proceedings are focused on determining whether there is enough evidence for the case to proceed to trial, with both sides still arguing their positions in court.
