LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Dozens gathered for a candlelight vigil in Las Vegas to honor political activist Charlie Kirk, someday after he was assassinated.
“This world is missing,” Nevada Republican Membership President Pauline Lee stated. “It has missed a huge light.”
Lee was amongst a lot of Kirk’s native supporters who shared their shock and unhappiness over Kirk’s killing. A number of folks informed 8 Information Now they have been grateful for the prospect to mourn his loss.
“When I heard about it, I was kind of in a zombie state,” supporter Jerry Guzman stated. “I couldn’t believe it happened.”
Dozens gathered for a candlelight vigil in Las Vegas to honor political activist Charlie Kirk, someday after he was assassinated. (KLAS)
The conservative activist and Turning Level USA co-founder died Wednesday after he was shot at an occasion at Utah Valley College.
As of Thursday, federal investigators have been nonetheless trying to find the particular person accountable.
Lee spoke with 8 Information Now concerning the native vigil for Kirk and the motion behind the occasion.
“We are very proud and happy to be here for the community,” she stated. “Because it’s about comforting our community.”
Lee informed 8 Information Now she labored with Kirk a number of occasions, calling him a “friend to Las Vegas.” She referenced his previous gatherings on faculty campuses, the place his focus was freedom of speech and open debate.
“He was very accessible to everyone of all ages,” she stated. “And he was always ready to talk to anyone.”
Those that attended Thursday’s occasion informed 8 Information Now they may do their greatest to return to phrases with what occurred.
“It was an assassination,” Lee stated. “It was a true attempt to shut him up in front of a crowd of 3,400 college-aged kids.”
They informed 8 Information Now they may all the time bear in mind the person and what he meant to them.
“He’s definitely a legend that we’ve lost,” Guzman concluded.
A number of of Kirk’s Turning Level USA colleagues additionally spoke on the vigil, together with members of the Nevada Younger Republicans.
