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Former officer describes finding a 'sniper pad' on nearby rooftop after Charlie Kirk assassination
By Hannah Schoenbaum And Matthew Brown, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 6, 2026
· 5 min read
A former campus police officer testified Monday that he found an apparent “sniper pad” on a rooftop near where Charlie Kirk was assassinated, as prosecutors sought to convince a state judge they have enough evidence to put a Utah man on trial for murder.Former Utah Valley University Officer Chris...
Key takeaway Former Utah Valley University Officer Christopher Bagley said he witnessed Kirk's shooting while the conservative activist was speaking to a crowd of thousands last year.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The preliminary hearing in the Charlie Kirk murder case has significant implications for the San Antonio area, where Kirk had ties as a conservative activist. As the case unfolds in Utah, local residents who followed Kirk's work with Turning Point USA will be watching closely to see how the prosecution presents its evidence. The fact that prosecutors plan to present DNA evidence and testimony from investigators suggests a thorough investigation, and the use of secondhand information, including the alleged confession note and text messages, could be crucial in building their case. The hearing's outcome will determine whether the case proceeds to trial, and if so, whether the death penalty remains a possibility. For Terrell Hills residents, the case serves as a reminder of the strong political sentiments present in the community, and the hearing's result may spark further discussion about the intersection of politics and violence.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? A former campus police officer testified Monday that he found an apparent “sniper pad” on a rooftop near where Charlie Kirk was assassinated, as prosecutors sought to convince a state judge they have enough evidence to put a Utah man on trial for murder.Former Utah Valley University Officer Chris...
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