Charlie Kirk assassination: ‘Person of interest’ released as search for shooter continues

FBI Director Kash Patel said a “person of interest” in connection with the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk was released following an interrogation and that the search for the gunman will continue.

“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,” Patel said.

The FBI director caused confusion earlier in the evening when he said “the subject” of the shooting was in custody.

“The subject for the horrific shooting today that took the life of Charlie Kirk is now in custody. Thank you to the local and state authorities in Utah for your partnership with FBI,” Patel said...