Authorities have said the weapon used to assassinate Charlie Kirk is a vintage rifle that may be untraceable.

Authorities have said the weapon used to assassinate Charlie Kirk is a vintage rifle that may be untraceable.

Vintage Rifle Used in Assassination of Charlie Kirk May Be Untraceable, Authorities Say

Authorities investigating the assassination of political commentator Charlie Kirk have revealed that the weapon used in the attack was a vintage rifle, raising concerns that it may be untraceable. According to law enforcement officials, the firearm appears to be decades old and lacks serial numbers or identifying marks typically used to track ownership and origin.

The use of such a weapon complicates the investigation, as older rifles that predate modern firearm regulations are often exempt from registration requirements. This makes it significantly more difficult for authorities to trace the weapon’s history or link it to a suspect.

Forensic teams are currently examining the rifle for any potential clues, including fingerprints, ballistic markings, or other forensic evidence. Authorities have not yet disclosed the specific model or caliber of the weapon, but experts suggest it may have been selected deliberately to avoid detection.

Kirk, a high-profile conservative figure and founder of Turning Point USA, was killed earlier this week in what investigators are calling a targeted attack. As the investigation unfolds, officials are urging the public to come forward with any information that could assist in identifying the perpetrator.

More details are expected as the case develops.