Viral bearded man seen cheering after Charlie Kirk shooting breaks silence and reveals the reason he did it
A man filmed celebrating after Charlie Kirk’s assassination has come forward. He claims his actions were misunderstood. The individual, identified as David, was seen in a viral clip raising his arms and shouting.
The footage from Utah Valley University sparked immediate outrage online. Viewers interpreted his gestures as a heartless celebration of the conservative commentator’s death. The clip was widely shared across social media platforms.
David has now publicly responded to the backlash. In a video statement, he insisted he was not cheering. He explained that he shouted “USA!” to project strength and distract the panicked crowd.
He stated his intention was to calm people and potentially save lives. David claimed he is unfamiliar with Kirk’s work and would never celebrate harm. He expressed that his actions were meant to project strength in a moment of chaos.
However, a follow-up message from David was more cryptic. He referred to himself as “the happiest person” and made an unclear remark about “my soldiers.” This has added to the confusion surrounding his motives.
The suspect, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, was arrested and charged with aggravated murder. His own father reportedly turned him in after recognizing him from FBI images.
David’s viral moment underscores how quickly actions can be misinterpreted during a tragedy. While some saw a grotesque celebration, he maintains it was a desperate attempt to steady the crowd.
