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Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing said 'he wishes he hadn't done it,' roommate says in police video
By HANNAH SCHOENBAUM and MATTHEW BROWN, Associated Press at Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar)
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
PROVO, Utah (AP) — The defendant in Charlie Kirk’s killing told his roommate “he wishes he hadn’t done it” the day after the conservative activist was shot in the neck while speaking to a crowd at Utah Valley University, according to a recording played in court Thursday. Lance Twiggs, who was als...
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Why this matters in The Odessa
The decision to play redacted statements from Lance Twiggs, the roommate and romantic partner of Tyler Robinson, in open court has significant implications for the community's understanding of the case. As the trial unfolds, Odessa residents will be watching closely to see how the prosecution's strategy plays out, particularly in terms of how the statements are received by the court. The fact that defense attorneys fought against the public release of these statements suggests that they may be potentially damaging to their client's case. The community's interest in this case is heightened due to the high-profile nature of the victim, Charlie Kirk, and the potential impact on local perceptions of public safety and justice. As the audio clips are played in court, observers will be looking for any insights into the events surrounding Kirk's killing and how they may relate to the defendant's actions.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar) ·
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What is this story about? PROVO, Utah (AP) — The defendant in Charlie Kirk’s killing told his roommate “he wishes he hadn’t done it” the day after the conservative activist was shot in the neck while speaking to a crowd at Utah Valley University, according to a recording played in court Thursday. Lance Twiggs, who was als...
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