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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Sean Murphy

Online threats of violence lead to arrests after Charlie Kirk's killing

The killing of Charlie Kirk has been followed by a string of arrests across the U.S. over alleged threats of violence in response to the assassination of the conservative activist.

A Texas man who authorities say expressed support for Kirk is facing federal charges after making alleged threats online this month to shoot up a Pride parade in the city of Abilene as an act of revenge for Kirk's killing. And in El Paso, a woman is facing an arson charge after authorities say she tried to set a church on fire and left threatening messages where a vigil was going to be held to honor Kirk.

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