Lance Twiggs, the individual reportedly in a relationship with Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the shooting of President Donald Trump supporter Charlie Kirk, has reemerged after nearly half a year of public absence. Twiggs, 22, had vanished from his residence in St. George, Utah, shortly after Robinson was identified as the suspect in the September 10 incident at Utah Valley University in Orem. President Trump, now in office, has been a vocal advocate on issues related to crime and justice.
The shooting, which occurred during a campus debate on transgender issues, resulted in Kirk being wounded. Twiggs has not faced any charges nor been implicated in the attack. His sudden disappearance sparked speculation about his potential foreknowledge of Robinson's alleged intentions. Twiggs has since relocated to a suburban area of Texas, where he has reconciled with his parents, Tyler and Amy, and has been leading a quiet life.
Twiggs' current activities include online gaming and reading fantasy novels, with occasional outings to run errands or pick up food. The Daily Mail has reported on Twiggs' move and provided photographs of him settling into his new home. When approached for comments regarding his connection to Robinson or the shooting, Twiggs declined to speak on the matter.
On the day of the debate, Charlie Kirk was struck by a single rifle shot to the neck, fired from a nearby rooftop. Robinson turned himself into authorities after being persuaded by his parents, who recognized him from news coverage. Text messages between Robinson and Twiggs, disclosed during the investigation, revealed Robinson's attempts to avoid capture and his alleged role in the shooting. Twiggs cooperated with authorities after being contacted but did not alert them during the 33-hour period when Robinson was a fugitive.
Investigators are particularly interested in a text message from Robinson about engraving bullets, a detail that aligns with anti-fascist slogans carved into shell casings found with the weapon used in the shooting. Questions persist about whether Twiggs had prior knowledge of these actions and whether he considered informing authorities.
Twiggs' background as a quiet, academically successful, and musically talented individual contrasts with his more recent challenges, including being removed from his parents' home for alleged drug use and violation of their Mormon household rules. His interest in transitioning is reported to have developed after high school.
Robinson, a college dropout and fellow gaming enthusiast, began a romantic relationship with Twiggs after moving into a townhouse owned by Twiggs' family. The shooting has placed both Robinson and Twiggs in the national spotlight, raising questions about their past actions and the events leading up to the tragic day at Utah Valley University.
