An armed man who brought a gun and a knife to Arizona Stadium ahead of Charlie Kirk’s funeral has been confirmed by Turning Point USA to not have posed a genuine threat. Instead, he was reportedly conducting a security sweep prior to the memorial service on Sunday.
Joshua Landclells, who was arrested at State Farm Stadium, had previously handled security for notable guests during events organized by the conservative group Kirk founded. A spokesperson for TPUSA, Andrew Corvette, expressed, “I don’t think this individual had any ill intentions, but it seems there wasn’t proper coordination with the TPUSA security team or the US Secret Service.”
This is the latest in Charlie Kirk’s shooting in Utah
- Tyler Robinson, 22, has been identified as the person suspected of fatally shooting Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University on September 10.
- Robinson faces multiple charges including aggravated murder and obstruction of justice.
- He was reportedly living with a transgender roommate, and communication between them helped authorities locate him.
- Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, was shot in the neck while attending an event.
- President Trump has called for severe penalties for those involved in the shooting.
- Kirk’s body was transported to Arizona from Utah, and Vice President J.D. Vance accompanied it.
- The funeral is scheduled for September 21 at State Farm Stadium, where Kirk is expected to be honored by attendees, including Trump.
- Kirk is survived by his wife and two young children.
It’s also worth mentioning that the incident occurred before the site was completely secured, with all necessary precautions being taken.
The 42-year-old Runkles was reportedly found with a knife, a gun, and an expired law enforcement credential when he was arrested inside the stadium. He was charged with impersonating an officer and possessing a weapon in a prohibited area, later being released on bond.
