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12.09.2025

12.09.2025 โ€” The day Charlie Kirk's killer was apprehended

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This page is an archive of main headlines from the UK for 12.09.2025.

It displays 118 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

12.09.2025 โ‡ข The day Charlie Kirk's killer was apprehended
โŒจThe extensive manhunt for Charlie Kirk's assassin, which began on September 10, continued to dominate UK headlines. Early reports focused on the release of new images and video footage showing the suspect fleeing the scene, with authorities offering a reward and Utah's governor pledging the death penalty. Media also discussed the potential link between Kirk's rhetoric and his assassination. In a significant midday development, President Trump announced the apprehension of a suspect, later identified as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson. Multiple sources reported that Robinson was turned in by his own father, with Trump publicly calling for the death penalty. Later reports detailed Robinson's background and online activities.
12.09.2025
00:36
BBC

Police investigate โ€˜multiple leadsโ€™ in hunt for Kirk shooting suspect as more images released

Meanwhile, Donald Trump says he thinks "progress is being made" in the search for the Utah gunman.
00:36

00:37โ‡ขCharlie Kirk Manhunt Intensifies with New Images

โŒจUK media continues its extensive reporting on the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Authorities are actively pursuing multiple leads, with the FBI and local police releasing new images of a "person of interest" or suspect, offering a $100,000 reward for information. Donald Trump has expressed confidence in the capture and encouraged a non-violent response, while J.D. Vance carried Kirk's coffin. Concurrently, the fallout from Peter Mandelson's sacking as US Ambassador over Epstein connections persists, with scrutiny on Prime Minister Starmer's judgment and questions about his knowledge (BBC News, Channel 4 News, Daily Mail, The Guardian, Metro, Sky News, The Sun, The Mirror, The Independent, HuffPost UK, Morning Star Online, New Statesman).
00:45
BBC

Police investigating 'multiple leads' in hunt for Kirk shooting suspect as FBI release images

Meanwhile, Donald Trump says he thinks "progress is being made" in the search for the Utah gunman.
00:45
00:53
BBC

Police investigate โ€˜multiple leadsโ€™ in hunt for Kirk shooting suspect as more images released

Meanwhile, Donald Trump says he thinks "progress is being made" in the search for the Utah gunman.
00:53
00:53
01:19
BBC

FBI chief to give update on Kirk shooting as police hunt suspect

Fresh images have emerged as Donald Trump says "progress is being made" in the search for the Utah gunman.
01:19
02:03
BBC

Police release video showing Charlie Kirk shooting suspect fleeing scene

Fresh images have been released as Donald Trump says "progress is being made" in the search for the Utah gunman.
02:03
02:12
04:05
04:23
BBC

Video of Charlie Kirk shooting suspect fleeing scene released as manhunt continues

The footage shows the suspect running across a campus roof before dropping down and entering a "wooded area".
04:23

06:13โ‡ขCharlie Kirk Shooter's Escape Route Revealed!

โŒจUK media intensifies its focus on the manhunt for Charlie Kirk's killer, with new video footage released showing the suspect fleeing across a campus roof and into a wooded area after the shooting. Authorities have offered a $100,000 reward, and Utah's governor has pledged the death penalty (BBC News, Daily Mail, The Guardian, Metro, The Mirror, Sky News, The Sun). Concurrently, the fallout from Peter Mandelson's sacking as US Ambassador over Epstein connections persists, with scrutiny on Prime Minister Starmer's judgment and questions about his knowledge (Channel 4 News, HuffPost UK, The Independent, Morning Star Online, The Spectator).
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07:31
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08:21
08:49

10:28โ‡ขCharlie Kirk Killing: Manhunt Continues, Public Help Sought

โŒจThe UK media's primary focus remains the ongoing manhunt for Charlie Kirk's killer, with authorities releasing new video of the suspect fleeing the scene and appealing for public assistance, noting over 7,000 leads. There's also discussion regarding how Kirk's words may relate to his death, sparking debate among commentators. Separately, Prince Harry reportedly desires to mend relations with the Royal Family and the British public, and there's renewed scrutiny on Starmer's judgment concerning Mandelson's appointment. Meanwhile, a report claims illegal boat migrants in Britain now outnumber serving armed forces personnel. (BBC News, Daily Mail, The Guardian, The Independent, Metro, The Mirror, New Statesman, Sky News, The Spectator, Spiked, The Sun, Breitbart London)
11:19
11:29
12:16
BBC

'I think we have him,' Trump tells Fox News, after manhunt for Kirk suspect

The president says authorities have found Charlie Kirk's killer: "With a high degree of certainty, we have him in custody."
12:16
12:16
12:52

12:54โ‡ขCharlie Kirk's Killer Caught!

โŒจThe UK media is overwhelmingly focused on the breaking news that the suspect in the Charlie Kirk assassination has been apprehended. President Trump announced the capture, with some sources reporting that the suspect was turned in by his father. Trump also publicly called for the death penalty. This development marks a significant turn in the ongoing investigation, previously a primary focus of the news cycle (BBC News, Daily Mail, The Guardian, The Independent, Metro, The Mirror, Sky News, The Sun).
13:01
BBC

'I think we have him,' Trump says of Kirk suspect, as FBI head to give update

The president says authorities have found Charlie Kirk's killer: "With a high degree of certainty, we have him in custody."
13:01
13:10
13:19
13:19
Starmer Still Has 'Confidence In His Top Team' Despite Labour Woes
13:19
14:03
BBC

Charlie Kirk murder suspect named as Tyler Robinson, 22, as FBI to give update

Two sources tell CBS News that Robinson, who lives in southern Utah, apparently confessed to his father.
14:03
14:12
BBC

Charlie Kirk murder suspect named as Tyler Robinson, 22, as FBI giving update

Two sources tell CBS News that Robinson, who lives in southern Utah, apparently confessed to his father.
14:12

14:15โ‡ขCharlie Kirk Suspect Identified and Apprehended!

โŒจThe UK media is now extensively reporting that the suspect in the Charlie Kirk assassination has been identified as Tyler Robinson, 22, and apprehended. Several sources indicate that Robinson was turned in by his own father. President Trump confirmed the capture and has publicly called for the death penalty. The FBI is expected to give an update on the investigation (BBC News, Daily Mail, The Independent, Metro, The Mirror, Sky News, The Sun, The Guardian). Poland has also stated that the recent Russian drone incursion was 'deliberately targeted' at NATO (Breitbart London).
14:21
BBC

Charlie Kirk murder suspect named as Tyler Robinson, 22, as officials thank his family for 'doing the right thing'

At a press briefing, officials say Robinson confessed or implied to a family member that he was responsible for the shooting.
14:21
14:21
14:30
14:48
14:48
BBC

Charlie Kirk suspect Tyler Robinson caught after family friend turned him in, officials say

The FBI releases details about how the 22-year-old was captured and inscriptions found on bullet casings.
14:48
15:59
16:08
HuffPost UK
Labour MPs Ask How Long Starmer Can Survive As Civil War Grips Party
16:08
16:17
BBC

Charlie Kirk suspect brought into custody after confessing to father

The father of Tyler Robinson, 22, recognised his son from pictures released by the FBI - he then helped turn him in.
16:17
16:17
16:17

16:18โ‡ขCharlie Kirk Suspect's Father Turns Him In

โŒจThe UK media continues to focus heavily on the apprehension of the Charlie Kirk assassination suspect, Tyler Robinson, 22. Reports confirm his father helped turn him in, with President Trump acknowledging the capture and advocating for the death penalty. Details regarding the suspect's background, including posing with guns and wearing a Trump costume, are now emerging. Separately, Brazil's former president, Jair Bolsonaro, has been sentenced to 27 years in prison for plotting a military coup.
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