OREM, Utah (AP) — Charlie Kirk, the CEO and co-founder of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA, has been shot at an event at a Utah college, Turning Point said.

In video on social media, Kirk is seen speaking into a handheld microphone while sitting under a white tent emblazoned with the slogans “The American Comeback” and “Prove Me Wrong.”

A single shot rings out and Kirk can be seen reaching up with his right hand as a large volume of blood gushes from the left side of his neck. Stunned spectators are heard gasping and screaming before people start to run away. The AP was able to confirm the videos were taken at Sorensen Center courtyard on the Utah Valley University campus, where Kirk was scheduled to speak on Wednesday.

A law enforcement official briefed on the shooting told The Associated Press that Kirk is being treated and is in critical condition. The official spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to publicly discuss the matter.

Utah Valley University issued a statement saying campus police is investigating and a suspect is in custody.

Today at about 12:10 a shot was fired at the visiting speaker, Charlie Kirk. He was hit and taken from the location by his security. Campus police is investigating, a suspect is in custody.

— UVU (@UVU) September 10, 2025

"We must all pray for Charlie Kirk, who has been shot. A great guy from top to bottom. GOD BLESS HIM!", President Trump said in a Truth Social post.

FBI Director Kash Patel issued a statement saying they are monitoring the shooting.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry and Speaker of the House Johnson also posted that they were praying for Kirk.

Please join us in praying for our good friend, Charlie Kirk.

— Speaker Mike Johnson (@SpeakerJohnson) September 10, 2025

Kirk had a planned "Prove Me Wrong Table" event at LSU for Oct. 27.

We will update this story as soon as information becomes available.