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Published 16:10 25 Sep 2025 GMT
Two sisters accused of trashing a Charlie Kirk memorial in Arkansas are now asking for donations to cover legal costs after being fired from their jobs.
Kerri Rollo, 23, and their sister Kaylee, 22, were arrested in Bentonville after police said they vandalized a makeshift shrine to the 31-year-old conservative activist outside the Benton County Courthouse.
The shrine had been set up after Kirk was fatally shot on September 10 while speaking at Utah Valley University during his “American Comeback” campus tour.
A large memorial service was later held on September 21 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, attended by tens of thousands, including Kirk’s widow Erika and President Donald Trump.
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A witness video shared online appeared to show Kerri ripping up signs, kicking over candles, and saying Kirk “lived as he died - promoting violence.”
They also raised two middle fingers at the camera, adding: “Record all you want.”
Police said CCTV confirmed Kaylee also took part in the vandalism. Both were arrested and charged with first-degree criminal mischief, a misdemeanor.
The Rollos have since launched a GoFundMe titled: “FIGHT AGAINST F4CISM HELP PAY FOR OUR LEGAL FEES” with a goal of $22,000.
“After the recent events, Charlie Kirk's death, my sibling and I are being doxxed online, and my sibling was fired from their job,” Kaylee wrote.
“This is direct violation of their First Amendment rights and unconstitutional. This is unfortunate, but anything helps. Please help my sibling while they look for another job and stand against the tyranny that is creeping into the country," she added.
In a later update, she added: “WE HAVE BEEN THREATENED, DOXXED, HARASSED, AND FIRED.”
So far, the page has raised more than $19,000 - almost reaching the intended target.
Kerri’s former employer, Bella’s Table restaurant, released a statement distancing itself from the employee after angry complaints from locals.
“The individual who defaced the Charlie Kirk's memorial does not represent or define our company, nor the hard-working team that serves our community every day. This person's actions are not a reflection of our standards, values, or culture,” the restaurant wrote.
Kaylee also lost her housing after the arrests. A woman named Lacy Christian, whose son had been dating Kaylee, said she told her to move out.
“However, I will not allow someone living in my home to be OK or celebrate a murder,” Christian wrote, according to Daily Mail. “And I will never allow someone to live in my home who is OK with destroying a memorial for someone else.”
Kerri’s bond was set at $15,000, and they requested a public defender. Kaylee’s bond was set at $7,500, and she said she had retained her own attorney. Both were released on bond on Friday.
“Sheriff [Shawn] Holloway takes acts of vandalism, particularly those directed toward community memorials, very seriously,” the sheriff’s office said in a statement.
The sisters are due back in court on October 22.
Published 11:12 15 Sep 2025 GMT
A memorial set up to honor conservative activist Charlie Kirk outside Turning Point USA’s Phoenix headquarters descended into chaos as one teenager committed a disgusting act.
Footage of the incident, obtained by Fox News, shows 19-year-old Ryder Corral jumping onto flowers, photos, and tributes left by mourners.
Dressed in a black shirt featuring an American flag and bald eagle — similar to the one worn by Kirk’s alleged killer — Corral violently stomped across the vigil to the horror of those gathered.
One outraged mourner quickly intervened, yanking Corral away and throwing him to the ground, where he was then kicked by another person.
Police moved in to detain Corral, who now faces charges of criminal damage and disorderly conduct, according to Phoenix Police Department Public Information Sergeant Philip Krynsky.
Sunday’s clash wasn’t the first outburst since the prominent conservative’s death.
Just hours after Kirk was killed, a fight broke out outside the Idaho State Capitol when a man on a bike reportedly shouted: “F*** Charlie Kirk!” at grieving supporters. He was quickly surrounded and attacked until law enforcement arrived to de-escalate the scene.
The 31-year-old conservative icon was shot in the neck while speaking on gun violence during a campus appearance on Wednesday, September 10.
The shocking attack was captured on camera, showing Kirk collapsing with blood pouring from his wound.
Despite efforts by his security team to rush him to a hospital, President Donald Trump later confirmed Kirk had died.
“Charlie Kirk was killed last Wednesday,” read a somber caption alongside tributes from allies and supporters.
Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested on Friday, September 12, after a multi-state manhunt that lasted over 30 hours.
According to Trump, Robinson was turned in by someone “close” to him.
Utah Governor Spencer Cox later confirmed the suspect has remained silent since his arrest and is “not cooperating,” per BBC News.
When pressed by CNN about claims that Robinson was “deeply indoctrinated with leftist ideology,” Cox said: “So that information comes from the people around him, from his family members and friends. That's how we got that information.”
Cox also commented vaguely on the alleged motive: “Just not a fan. That’s all I can say.”
Kirk’s widow, Erika, spoke out for the first time during a livestream on Friday, pledging to continue her late husband’s work with Turning Point USA and confirming that Americafest — the group’s flagship annual conference — will still take place this December in Phoenix.
“There will be even more tours in the years to come,” she said, calling Kirk a “martyr” and emphasizing his passion and conviction: "He wanted to be remembered for his courage and for his faith.”
She also offered a personal glimpse into Kirk’s life and values.
“He loved his life. He loved America. He loved nature, which helped him always bring him closer to God. He loved the Chicago Cubs and, my goodness, did he love the Oregon Ducks.
"Most of all,” she added, “Charlie loved his children, and he loved me with all of his heart, and I knew that every day.”
Published 11:11 08 Jun 2026 GMT
A protester who dressed up as Charlie Kirk has received backlash online for their controversial actions.
The incident took place at an event hosted by the late activist's widow, Erika Kirk, who is now the CEO of his conservative political organization, TurningPointUSA.
The impersonator went as far as re-enacting his murder, which took place at Utah Valley University during an event last September.
While the individual was protesting last week's event, crowds could be heard chanting "he deserved to die," at the Turning Point USA conference in San Antonio, Texas.
A papier-mache head was used to resemble the deceased podcaster, which was still on the protestor's head when he suddenly collapsed to the floor to mock the right-wing podcaster.
The incident took place at the Turning Point USA Women’s Leadership Summit on Friday (June 5).
It came just days after someone was charged with threatening to kill the widow at a different event.
As part of the stunt, a man could be heard saying on a megaphone, directed at those attending the event: “You are protecting pedophiles. You are protecting Nazis.”
Different angles reveal that the protesters were celebrating Charlie Kirk's death, chanting that his death was deserved.
They also booed Erika Kirk, 37, who was leading the event, and it wouldn't be the only criticism she would face that day.
The Turning Point USA CEO was heckled inside the San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter, as video footage revealed the extent of the verbal abuse.
A woman could be heard screaming: “Erika Kirk protects pedophiles! Erika Kirk protects pedophiles!”
The host eventually replied, advising that the woman try to seek real happiness.
She said in response to the heckler: “It’s important to remember that happiness comes and goes - and I pray that you find it,
“That’s an important moment because that just shows duty to faithfulness gives life meaning, and we must pray for our enemies and those that do not feel like their life has meaning,” Kirk added.
“And that’s a perfect example of that. A perfect example. You pray for your enemies. You pray for those that persecute you.”
Despite online threats made against Kirk's life leading up to the event in San Antonio, including a bomb threat, the summit went ahead as planned.
Jacob Wenske, 26, would be arrested by police and charged with two felony counts of making a terroristic threat, causing public fear.
Published 09:38 12 Sep 2025 GMT
New details are emerging regarding Charlie Kirk's family, who were present at the time he was assassinated.
Kirk, the co-founder of conservative nonprofit Turning Point USA, was assassinated during a speaking event at Utah Valley University on September 10.
The 31-year-old was fatally shot in the neck while answering student questions in a Q&A session.
The gunman is still at large, and authorities are urgently seeking help from the public. According to officials, the fatal shot came from the roof of the Losee Center, located roughly 200 feet from where Kirk was speaking.
The FBI’s Salt Lake City office released security footage of the suspect, believed to be a college-aged male dressed in black sunglasses, a black long-sleeved shirt, black pants, and a hat.
"We are asking for the public's help identifying this person of interest in connection with the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University," the FBI said on X. A $100,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest.
Kirk’s wife, Erika, 36, is said to be struggling with the sudden loss while caring for the couple’s two young children - a three-year-old daughter and a 16-month-old son.
Sources told NewsNation she is “leaning on her faith” to get through the grief.
Jack Posobiec, a contributor to Turning Point USA and close friend of the family, said Erika is “unbelievably strong” and deeply rooted in her faith, per The Sun.
“At the same time someone's going to have to explain to his son and daughter why their dad didn't come home yesterday,” he said.
Posobiec continued: “Erika is a prayer warrior, her and Charlie are very devout believers, they are very very deeply Christian. When you see the cameras turn off, the lights go down, they immediately go back to faith - this is something they live 24/7.
“It is not something that only exists in front of the camera, that is something that they absolutely walk every single day. Because they have that firm reliance in faith, [Erika] has that ability to be able to go through this with that kind of strength that really only comes from heaven.”
Erika has yet to release a public statement, but Utah’s Department of Public Safety Commissioner noted the family is “devastated.”
Charlie and Erika Kirk had been married since May 2021.
According to Erika’s posts, the couple had a “very intimate” wedding ceremony in Arizona without bridesmaids or groomsmen. They recently celebrated their fourth wedding anniversary.
Erika, who was crowned Miss Arizona USA in 2012, grew up in a tight-knit Catholic family and attended Arizona State University, where she double-majored in political science and international relations.
She later founded BIBLEin365, a ministry program designed to help individuals engage with scripture daily.
Her bio reads: "Above all, Erika cherishes her role as the wife of Charlie Kirk and the mother of their precious son and daughter.
"As she continues to grow in her ministry, leadership, and entrepreneurial endeavors, Erika remains committed to inspiring others to live with purpose, rooted in faith, and driven by the love of Christ in every aspect of life."
She also shared advice to newly engaged couples: "If you’re newly engaged and feeling the rush and pressure of preparing for the 'big day'... Slow down. It’s one day; yes, it marks a new chapter of life. Yes, it symbolizes a special covenant between you, your husband and the Lord.
"But remember it’s the days afterward that matter more. Reframe your mindset. Don’t stress over the flowers or linens. Weddings turn people crazy and can bring out unnecessary family drama; let it go."
Published 13:45 22 Sep 2025 GMT
Erika Kirk has shared what she described as one of the "last photos” taken of her husband, Charlie Kirk, before he was murdered.
Kirk, 31, was shot dead on September 10 while hosting a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University.
Tyler Robinson, 22, has been charged with seven counts in connection with the killing, including aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm, obstruction of justice, and witness tampering.
Last week, Erika took to Instagram to share an image of the late conservative wearing a white T-shirt with the word “Freedom” across the front, taken just hours before the tragic shooting.
In the photo, he raises one arm while holding a stack of red-and-white caps he had been handing out at the event.
Alongside the snap, she wrote: “You loved witnessing excellence. It’s why you loved sports so much. You loved watching the best of the best perform at the level of greatness God intended for them."
“This is one of the last photos taken of you before you were murdered. I look at it and can’t help but see excellence. You’re in your element. You’re in athlete mode."
"Training for this exact moment, mind, body, and soul. To me, this is your ‘Jordan’ photo. Permanently etched in time, held in my heart, as I admire your greatness. Forever."
“I pray you’ve had the most amazing week in Heaven @charliekirk1776 I love you," she concluded.
On Sunday (September 21), more than 60,000 mourners attended Kirk’s memorial service at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.
Attendees were asked by Turning Point USA not to wear traditional funeral attire but to come dressed in patriotic colors, according to The New York Times.
The crowd turned out in red, white, and blue outfits, Trump T-shirts, and even “Freedom” shirts like the one Kirk wore in his final photograph.
MAGA-style hats with new slogans, including “Make America Charlie Kirk,” were also on display, with Turning Point selling branded caps for $39.
Erika herself wore a white suit paired with a black top, standing out against the sea of patriotic outfits.
The event concluded with President Donald Trump, who posthumously awarded Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
“Today, an entire nation wraps its loving arms around you and your beautiful children,” Trump said to Erika. “We vow that we will do everything we can to ensure that your children grow up in a land where their father is honored and revered as a great American hero.”
He praised Kirk’s faith, noting: “What was even more important to Charlie than politics and service was the choice he made in the fifth grade - which he called the ‘most important decision of his life’ - to become a Christian and a follower of his savior, Jesus Christ.”
As the service closed, Erika stood before the crowd and promised to continue the mission her husband began. “I love you Charlie, baby. And I will make you proud,” she said.
Kirk leaves behind two young children, a son and a daughter.
Published 10:53 11 Sep 2025 GMT
Charlie Kirk, co-founder of Turning Point USA, was shot and killed on September 10 while speaking at Utah Valley University in Orem. He was 31 years old.
During the Utah event, Kirk was speaking in a Q&A session with students when he was shot in the neck. Footage circulating on social media captured him falling limp as he was struck. He was rushed to the hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
President Donald Trump confirmed Kirk’s death on Truth Social, posting: "The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead. No one understood or had the Heart of the Youth in the United States of America better than Charlie.
"He was loved and admired by ALL, especially me, and now, he is no longer with us. Melania and my Sympathies go out to his beautiful wife Erika, and family. Charlie, we love you!"
The conservative activist leaves behind his wife, Erika Kirk, and their two young children: a three-year-old daughter and a 16-month-old son.
Just hours before the shooting, Erika Kirk shared a post on her X account, quoting Psalm 46:1: "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble."
The couple had celebrated their fourth wedding anniversary in May. According to social media posts by Erika, they wed in May 2021 in what she described as a "very intimate" ceremony in Arizona, without bridesmaids or groomsmen.
She also shared advice to newly engaged couples: "If you’re newly engaged and feeling the rush and pressure of preparing for the 'big day'... Slow down. It’s one day; yes, it marks a new chapter of life. Yes, it symbolizes a special covenant between you, your husband and the Lord."
Erika then emphasized the importance of focusing on life after the wedding: "But remember it’s the days afterward that matter more. Reframe your mindset. Don’t stress over the flowers or linens. Weddings turn people crazy and can bring out unnecessary family drama; let it go."
Erika, who won the title of Miss Arizona USA in 2012, grew up in a close-knit Catholic family. She attended Arizona State University, where she double-majored in political science and international relations.
More recently, she founded the ministry program BIBLEin365, which aims to help individuals engage with scripture.
Her biography states: "Above all, Erika cherishes her role as the wife of Charlie Kirk and the mother of their precious son and daughter. As she continues to grow in her ministry, leadership, and entrepreneurial endeavors, Erika remains committed to inspiring others to live with purpose, rooted in faith, and driven by the love of Christ in every aspect of life."
In the weeks prior to the shooting, the Kirks appeared with their children on Fox & Friends, with footage showing their daughter running across the studio floor to her father, who picked her up.
Officials from Utah Valley University stated that the shot came from the roof of the Losee Center, approximately 200 feet away from where Kirk was speaking, per NBC.
Authorities initially detained an elderly man who was later cleared.
A separate person of interest was taken into custody but subsequently released, FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed: "The subject in custody has been released after an interrogation by law enforcement. Our investigation continues and we will continue to release information in interest of transparency."
Governor Spencer Cox described the shooting as a targeted attack and said authorities continue to investigate.
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