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Video shown in court shows Charlie Kirk killing suspect told roommate 'he wishes he hadn't done it'
By AP at ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC)
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
The defendant in Charlie Kirk's killing told his roommate "he wishes he hadn't done it" the day after Kirk was shot in the neck while speaking to a crowd at Utah Valley University, according to a recording played in a Utah court Thursday.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The decision by Utah prosecutors to play redacted statements from the suspect's roommate in the Charlie Kirk assassination case will likely have implications for how similar cases are handled in Los Angeles . As the city grapples with its own share of high-profile crimes, the use of audio clips from interviews with key witnesses or associates could become a more prominent feature in local trials. This approach may raise questions about the balance between transparency and protecting sensitive information, particularly in cases where national figures are involved. Los Angeles residents may want to pay attention to how this tactic is received by the court and the public, as it could set a precedent for future prosecutions in the city. The outcome of this case may also inform how local law enforcement agencies conduct interviews and gather evidence in sensitive or high-profile cases.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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