The President of America Donald Trump today on “Fox News” said that the suspect in the murder of Charlie Kirk (Charlie Kirk) has been arrested.
-I believe, with a high degree of certainty, that we have him in custody – said Trump about the suspect in Kirk’s murder during his appearance on Fox News.
Trump said that “the suspect was betrayed by someone very close,” but that additional details will be released later today.
According to the President of America, “a priest who was connected with law enforcement” allegedly recognized the suspect.
Then the suspect’s father convinced his child to go to the police.
Trump said that the suspect is 28 or 29 years old, but that his information is “subject to correction.”
BREAKING: President Trump on Charlie Kirk suspected assassin: "I think, with a high degree of certainty, we have him in custody." pic.twitter.com/wAAGegrrWI
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He pointed out that he hopes Kirk’s killer will receive the death penalty.
-Well, I hope so. I assume he will be found guilty and I hope he gets the death penalty. Charlie Kirk was the best person, he didn’t deserve this. He worked so hard and so well, everyone loved him – said Trump.
Later in the interview for “Fox News,” Trump added that Utah Governor Spencer Cox hinted that he will seek the death penalty for Kirk’s killer.
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