A 22-year-old Utah man accused in the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk allegedly detailed the killing in a series of messages with his transgender partner, newly unsealed chat records show.

According to WND, Tyler Robinson has been charged with capital murder after authorities say he fatally shot Kirk last week and later described the act to his lover via private online messages uncovered by prosecutors.

Utah County District Attorney Jeffrey Gray released the digital exchanges as part of the ongoing murder prosecution against Robinson, who is now facing the possibility of the death penalty if convicted. The messages suggest premeditation and reveal his attempt to evade detection in the aftermath of the killing.

Chat Logs Prompt New Questions In Murder Case

According to prosecutors, the shooting occurred last week, and shortly after, authorities discovered a handwritten note under Robinson’s keyboard. The note reportedly referenced Kirk directly and indicated an intent to carry out the assassination, reading, “I have the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk and I'm going to take it.”

Investigators say Robinson sent a cryptic message to his partner, Lance Twiggs, urging him to look beneath his keyboard. The exchange escalated from there, with Twiggs initially responding in disbelief and questioning whether Robinson had truly carried out the attack.

In one message, Robinson admitted to the act, telling Twiggs, “I am. I'm sorry,” after Twiggs asked if he was the person responsible. The confession followed reports that authorities initially detained another individual, described as a “crazy old dude,” in connection with the killing.

Suspect Warned Partner To Stay Quiet

Robinson appeared to take steps to conceal his involvement, including stashing the weapon—reportedly his grandfather's rifle—inside a towel and leaving it hidden in a bush after a clothing change. In one of the chats, he expressed concern over fingerprints and being unable to explain the rifle’s disappearance to his father.

He also detailed the failed attempt to retrieve the gun from the drop location, explaining that police presence had made re-accessing the area nearly impossible. “It's quiet, almost enough to get out, but there is one vehicle lingering,” he noted in the chat.

Robinson expressed regret for involving Twiggs, stating, “I had hoped to keep this secret until I died of old age. I am sorry to involve you.” He also instructed Twiggs to delete their conversation and avoid speaking to anyone about it.

Robinson Shared Motive Minutes After Confession

When Twiggs asked why he committed the act, Robinson reportedly said he had “had enough” of Kirk’s public messaging, which he considered beyond reconciliation. “Some hate can't be negotiated out,” he wrote, reflecting a deep ideological frustration.

He told Twiggs that the planning phase lasted just over one week, during which he prepared logistics for retrieving the weapon and avoiding detection. He seemed particularly focused on removing traces that could link him to the weapon.

The suspect reportedly lamented not grabbing the rifle immediately after reaching his car and said he hoped it would remain undiscovered. Even then, he worried about how to explain the missing family firearm to his father.

Political Shift May Have Influenced Actions

Robinson’s mother told investigators that her son had undergone significant political changes in recent months, according to the Daily Caller News Foundation. She noted he had become more openly supportive of gay and transgender rights, in contrast to some public stances taken by the victim.

The released messages highlight an apparent disconnect between the initial police accountability narrative and the digital evidence now presented. They also illustrate how online communications have become a central component in modern criminal investigations.

Prosecutors said the chats will form a key part of the capital murder case, which remains in early stages as law enforcement continues to gather additional digital and forensic evidence. Robinson remains held without bond pending further hearings.