Governor Spencer Cox Addresses the Public After UVU ShootingUtah Governor Spencer Cox has confirmed that the suspect in the Utah Valley University shooting, identifiTyler Robinson, was not a student at the university where the tragic incident occurred.
Governor Cox added that there is no current information about whether Robinson had a history of mental illness.
Robinson, who had been living with his family in Washington County, roughly three hours away from the campus, is now in custody at the Utah County Jail. Authorities confirmed that his surrender was aided by both family members and a close friend.
No Signs of Additional Arrests
When asked whether investigators expect more arrests, Governor Cox responded:
“We do not have information at this time that would lead to additional arrests, but the investigation is ongoing.”
This confirms that Robinson is the primary suspect, and officials anticipate that formal charges will be filed early next week.
How Investigators Tracked the Suspect
Governor Cox explained that Robinson drove his own vehicle to the university and later returned south to his hometown of Washington City. Investigators were able to trace his movements, leading to his eventual capture.
A “Watershed Moment” for the U.S.?
During the press briefing, a reporter asked whether the death of Kirk, a victim in the shooting, represents a turn
ing point for the nation.
Governor Cox replied:
“This is a watershed moment, but we don’t yet know what kind. It feels a lot like the late 60s.”
He criticized social media’s role in spreading violent imagery, calling it a “cancer” that humans are not biologically equipped to process. He urged Americans to disconnect from negativity online and instead focus on building stronger communities:
“Log off, turn off, touch grass, hug a family member, go out and do good in your community.”
Governor Cox Shares Emotional Response
Earlier in the day, Governor Cox spoke candidly about his emotions over the past 48 hours, saying:
“I have been as angry as I have ever been, as sad as I have ever been.”
He reflected on the words of Kirk, quoting: “When people stop talking, that’s when you get violence.”
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Governor Spencer Cox Addresses the Public After UVU ShootingTyler Robinson, was not a student at the university where the tragic incident occurred.
Robinson, who had been living with his family in Washington County, roughly three hours away from the campus, is now in custody at the Utah County Jail. Authorities confirmed that his surrender was aided by both family members and a close friend.
No Signs of Additional Arrests
When asked whether investigators expect more arrests, Governor Cox responded:
“We do not have information at this time that would lead to additional arrests, but the investigation is ongoing.”
This confirms that Robinson is the primary suspect, and officials anticipate that formal charges will be filed early next week.
How Investigators Tracked the Suspect
Governor Cox explained that Robinson drove his own vehicle to the university and later returned south to his hometown of Washington City. Investigators were able to trace his movements, leading to his eventual capture.
A “Watershed Moment” for the U.S.?
During the press briefing, a reporter asked whether the death of Kirk, a victim in the shooting, represents a turn
ing point for the nation.
Governor Cox replied:
“This is a watershed moment, but we don’t yet know what kind. It feels a lot like the late 60s.”
He criticized social media’s role in spreading violent imagery, calling it a “cancer” that humans are not biologically equipped to process. He urged Americans to disconnect from negativity online and instead focus on building stronger communities:
“Log off, turn off, touch grass, hug a family member, go out and do good in your community.”
Governor Cox Shares Emotional Response
Earlier in the day, Governor Cox spoke candidly about his emotions over the past 48 hours, saying:
“I have been as angry as I have ever been, as sad as I have ever been.”
He reflected on the words of Kirk, quoting: “When people stop talking, that’s when you get violence.”