Mystery Deepens as Boyfriend of Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Killer Vanishes from Utah Condominium
Neighbors of a Utah condominium are on edge after Lance Twiggs, 22, the boyfriend of Tyler Robinson—who stands accused of murdering conservative activist Charlie Kirk—disappeared following a police investigation.
Although Twiggs’s car, work tools, and household lights remain at the property, he has not been seen since authorities questioned him, sparking speculation about what he knows and whether he is cooperating with law enforcement.
Twiggs shared a three-bedroom unit in St. George, Utah, with Robinson, also 22. Following Robinson’s September 12 arrest, Twiggs has been absent from the home, even as mail piles up and lights stay on in upstairs rooms. The property is owned by Twiggs’s family, members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
A neighbor ominously commented, “If he ever comes back, it will be in a body bag. That’s not a threat—just reality. So many people want a piece of him; he’d be crazy to show his face again. This was a generational event.”
Authorities have made clear that Twiggs is not charged in connection with the September 10 shooting at Utah Valley University, where Robinson allegedly killed Kirk by shooting him in the neck during a campus debate.
However, questions linger about whether Twiggs had prior knowledge of the crime. Officials describe him as a “cooperating human source,” and an FBI insider indicates he is considered a significant witness, potentially eligible for federal witness protection—though it’s unclear if he has accepted.
Twiggs’s parents live nearby but have remained silent publicly. The family includes Tyler, 49, an insurance broker, Amy, 50, a former college gymnast, and their other children. The family’s patriarch, Jerry Twiggs, 72, is a respected local pediatrician and property owner.
Eyewitness accounts reveal that Twiggs was not handcuffed when police escorted him from the apartment after Robinson’s arrest. Search dogs swept the unit for explosives before the FBI launched a thorough investigation into the Fossil Hills complex.
Neighbors describe Twiggs and Robinson as reclusive, with one noting, “They just looked like two guys to me.”
Robinson faces the death penalty if convicted of the aggravated murder of 31-year-old Charlie Kirk, a prominent Trump ally and father of two, who was embarking on a 15-city speaking tour.
Prosecutors released text messages suggesting Twiggs may have been unaware of the shooting plan. In one exchange, Twiggs reportedly asked, “You weren’t the one who did it, right???” Robinson replied, “I am, I’m sorry,” before urging Twiggs to delete the conversation.
Other messages hint Twiggs may have had some knowledge, referencing “engraving bullets”—a nod to anti-fascist slogans inscribed on shell casings recovered from the antique rifle allegedly used in the shooting.
Twiggs and Robinson had lived together for three years in the upscale complex, which boasts amenities such as a pool, gym, and hot tub. A third roommate recently moved out, leaving the two men as primary residents frequently seen around the property.
Conclusion
Lance Twiggs’s sudden disappearance from the Utah condominium adds a new layer of intrigue to the ongoing investigation into Charlie Kirk’s murder. Though he faces no charges, his role as a key witness raises questions about his knowledge, involvement, and safety.
As Robinson awaits trial with the possibility of capital punishment, attention remains focused on Twiggs—whether he will fully cooperate with authorities or continue to stay in the shadows. The case remains under intense scrutiny both locally and nationally, with many watching closely for the next developments.