The taped testimony of Tyler Robinson's former roommate and lover will be presented in court on Thursday during Robinson's preliminary hearing. Robinson is accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, and the court is currently determining whether there is enough probable cause to proceed to trial. The prosecution aims to include the testimony of Lance Twiggs, who has been granted immunity and reportedly relayed statements from Robinson about the incident. Despite objections from Robinson's legal team regarding the potential portrayal of the testimony as a confession, Judge Tony Graf ruled that the testimony could be presented publicly with certain portions redacted.
The preliminary hearing began on Monday and is expected to conclude on Friday, culminating in a ruling on whether Robinson will face trial for murder. DNA evidence allegedly linking Robinson to the murder weapon was discussed during the hearings, with FBI analyst Amanda Bakker testifying. Investigators found DNA on a towel and a rifle recovered near the crime scene.
Prosecutors have also presented surveillance videos from the day of Kirk's assassination, while a former police officer described the chaotic scene following the incident. Charlie Kirk's family has been present in the courtroom during the hearings. Robinson faces multiple charges, including the possibility of the death penalty, which prosecutors intend to pursue.