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UVU Faces Backlash Over Security Failures in Kirk Shooting

4/6/2026

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Utah Valley University released heavily redacted files about the shooting of Charlie Kirk, citing legal exemptions.
The university faced criticism for inadequate security at the Turning Point USA event, where six officers guarded 3,000 attendees.
Kirk's private security head said UVU police did not address safety risks before the event.
UVU Police Chief Jeff Long admitted the department failed to protect Kirk during the shooting.

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Story summary

Utah Valley University released heavily redacted files about the shooting of Charlie Kirk, citing legal exemptions.
The university faced criticism for inadequate security at the Turning Point USA event, where six officers guarded 3,000 attendees.
Kirk's private security head said UVU police did not address safety risks before the event.
UVU Police Chief Jeff Long admitted the department failed to protect Kirk during the shooting.