Charlie Kirk’s family alleges that security failures by officials at Utah Valley University contributed to his death. In a wrongful death notice announced this week, attorneys for the family say a series of “reckless decisions” left Kirk exposed to a rooftop sniper.

Multiple outlets report the shooting occurred on 10 September 2025, when Kirk is said to be speaking to a crowd of thousands on the university campus. He was shot and killed by a gunman positioned on a roof, with reporting placing the shooter’s distance at more than 400 feet (122 meters).

Outlets also describe the university facing criticism for missing or inadequate safety measures on the day of the attack. The accounts emphasize that the wrongful death notice preserves the family’s ability to pursue legal action, and the precise allegations center on the alleged gaps in campus security and protective planning.