Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was tragically shot and killed during a live campus event at Utah Valley University. Just minutes before his death, he had posted a tribute to Iryna Zarutska, a young Ukrainian refugee who was recently murdered in North Carolina. Kirk’s final message called for political accountability, blaming policies that allowed her killer—who had 14 prior offenses—to roam free.

During the event, Kirk was speaking to a large crowd when a loud gunshot was heard. Footage showed him collapsing after being struck in the neck. Emergency services were called, and the horrifying moment quickly spread across social media. His sudden death shocked supporters and critics alike.

Former President Donald Trump announced Kirk’s death on Truth Social, praising him as a legendary voice for American youth and sending condolences to his wife and family. Kirk, the executive director of Turning Point USA, was known for his controversial but passionate stance on conservative issues.

The Justice Department has launched an investigation into the shooting. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche labeled it a “senseless act of violence.” Kirk’s final post has since gained widespread attention, with many online users calling it a hauntingly powerful last message from a man who spent his life challenging political systems.