The Psychology Behind the Alleged Charlie Kirk Assassin

This wasn’t a moment of rage. According to
prosecutors, it was a calculated, deliberate act: a long gun, a
rooftop, and a public figure in the crosshairs.

In this powerful and deeply psychological episode of Hidden
Killers, Tony Brueski is joined by psychotherapist and forensic
behavioral expert Shavaun Scott to examine the
disturbing case of Tyler James Robinson, the man
charged with murdering Charlie Kirk in front of
a crowd at Utah Valley University.

Authorities allege Robinson left behind a handwritten note,
confessed to the act in a text message, and planned the shooting
for over a week. Prosecutors are calling it ideologically
motivated, and they’re seeking the death
penalty.

But this isn’t just about what allegedly happened. It’s about how
people get there.
 What makes someone move from grievance to violence? From
obsession to execution? From believing in a cause to believing
that murder is justified?

Together, Tony and Shavaun break down the psychology of
targeted violence, including:





The mindset behind planned attacks vs. spontaneous rage



What the term “leakage” means—and how it
shows up in text messages and online behavior



Why offenders often see themselves as heroes, protectors, or
martyrs



The role of digital radicalization,
algorithmic echo chambers, and identity reinforcement



The symbolism of engraved weapons, public
executions, and post-crime behavior



What institutions, families, and friends can realistically do
to stop the next shooter




This interview dives deep into the dark corners of obsession,
warning signs, and the narratives people build around violence.
It’s not about sensationalism—it’s about understanding the
patterns, so we can finally learn how to stop them.

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “How could no one see this
coming?”—this is the conversation you need to hear.

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