Last person to speak to Charlie Kirk denounces conspiracy theories about shooting

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12 Sep 2025 • 10:46 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Hunter Kozak, a 29-year-old mathematics student, has broken his silence regarding the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, expressing shock and sympathy for Kirk's family.
  • Kozak was the last person to speak to Kirk before the activist was shot dead by a sniper on a Utah university campus during his 'American Comeback' speaking tour.
  • He had approached Kirk to challenge a claim made by the activist about transgender people and mass shootings.
  • Moments after their exchange, Kirk was struck in the neck by a bullet and died shortly after being rushed to hospital.
  • Kozak has denounced conspiracy theorists who implied his involvement, confirming he has cooperated with police.

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