(NEXSTAR) — Conservative influencer Charlie Kirk was shot while speaking at an event at a Utah college, the organization he co-founded has confirmed to the Associated Press.

Shots were reportedly fired at Utah Valley University while Kirk was speaking, according to authorities. Nexstar's KTVX reports the university issued an alert warning that a suspect is in custody and police are investigating. No additional details were immediately available.

"I am tracking the situation at Utah Valley University closely. Please join me in praying for Charlie Kirk and the students gathered there," Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) said in a post to X around 2:35 p.m. ET.

Vice President JD Vance shared similar remarks: “Say a prayer for Charlie Kirk, a genuinely good guy and a young father.”

The Associated Press contributed to this developing report.

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