Charlie Kirk murder suspect's father keeps Utah masonry business running
Matthew Robinson is reportedly back at work in St. George while his son Tyler Robinson faces court in Charlie Kirk’s alleged murder case.
By Georgia Hale · Staff Writer
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Matthew Robinson, the father of Charlie Kirk murder suspect Tyler Robinson, is back on the job at his masonry business in St. George, Utah, according to the California Post.
The outlet reported that Matthew’s local business is doing well, citing people who have worked with him who said steady customers and referrals have helped keep the operation busy.
Tyler Robinson has spent days in court over the alleged murder of Charlie Kirk. The criminal case has put the Robinson family under a harsh public spotlight, but Matthew has returned to work, the California Post reported.
TMZ reported that Matthew has also been seen at his son’s recent court hearings, where he appeared in support of Tyler.
Defense bill could land on taxpayers
Matthew Robinson is not paying for his son’s legal defense, according to the California Post. The outlet reported earlier this week that taxpayers are expected to cover the cost.
Experts told the California Post that Tyler Robinson’s defense could cost as much as $10 million, or possibly more. The report did not identify a final figure, and the case is still in progress.
Tyler Robinson is accused in the killing of Kirk, but the allegations remain unproven in court. The reports cited did not include public comments from Tyler Robinson about the case.
Old family business fight resurfaced
The California Post also pointed to a past legal dispute involving Matthew Robinson’s business. According to the outlet, Matthew’s brother, Clint Robinson, filed a lawsuit in 2014 accusing him of embezzling $100,000.
The brothers later reached a confidential settlement, the California Post reported. The terms of that settlement were not disclosed in the report.
No public response from Matthew Robinson to the old allegation was included in the reports. The lawsuit claim was an accusation, and the matter ended with a confidential agreement rather than public terms.
Quiet at work as case continues
A colleague of Matthew Robinson, who asked not to be named, told the California Post that Matthew does not talk much about Tyler these days.
The report paints a picture of a father trying to keep his work life moving while his son’s case plays out in court. His masonry business remains active in St. George, according to the California Post, even as the family name stays tied to one of the most watched criminal cases surrounding Kirk’s death.
This story draws on original reporting from TMZ.