The name 'Skye Valadez' has trended online following the shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. But who is this person, and why are people searching for them?
After the FBI released photos and video of a person of interest in the killing at Utah Valley University, internet users on forums like Reddit and 4chan speculated that the suspect might be a digital artist named Skye Valadez. Users pointed to a SoundCloud track titled "Charlie Kirk dead at 31" that was allegedly uploaded and removed before the incident.
There is no evidence linking Valadez to the crime. The speculation stems from anonymous online posts, and authorities have not named any suspects. Utah’s governor and the FBI have urged the public not to spread unverified information and to share only official updates.
Investigators are sifting through thousands of tips while analyzing ballistic evidence and surveillance footage. A Mauser rifle recovered near the scene is being tested, but the case remains open.
Search interest in 'Skye Valadez' reflects the virality of online rumor mills. Until law enforcement releases confirmed details, it’s important to avoid amplifying unverified claims.