Charlie Kirk’s alleged shooter, Tyler Robinson, continues to draw attention after the release of a new photo shared by Candace Owens alongside police body cam footage from 2022. The still image is said to have been taken at 6:38 p.m. on the day of the shooting. In it, Robinson appears calm, wearing a red shirt, as if casually grabbing food after a major incident.

While the picture looks authentic and shows no signs of manipulation, a lingering detail raises questions: the partial timestamp visible in the lower corner. The main part of the timestamp is cropped out, leaving the exact timing unverifiable. Complicating matters further, the background shows a Superman promotional poster from July, which some have argued suggests the photo is outdated. Yet such displays are often left up in businesses like Dairy Queen long after the campaign ends, meaning the poster alone cannot disprove the claim. What strengthens the photo’s relevance is that Robinson had indeed been seen wearing the same red shirt on CCTV earlier that day, though paired with different pants.

The resurfaced 2022 police body cam footage provides additional insight into Robinson’s demeanor. The incident involved a car accident, yet Robinson’s behavior stood out for its flat, unemotional quality. He spoke with a steady monotone, lacking emphasis or affect, and kept one hand in his pocket while gesturing with the other. This asymmetry often reduces credibility in such encounters. Interestingly, when he described the actual collision—an event that could be verified—he suddenly used both hands, signaling more confidence in recounting that portion of events. In contrast, the other driver appeared visibly nervous, fidgeting and picking at his hands, a common stress response after a crash. Robinson, however, remained strikingly calm, showing almost no outward anxiety.

His communication style also deviated from the norm. Instead of adopting a deferential tone with police, Robinson replied with casual “yeahs” rather than “yes,” and maintained an indifferent, almost detached stance. At one point, he attempted small talk with the officer about having just topped up his oil, but the attempt came off awkward and forced, further highlighting his social unease. On multiple occasions, Robinson seemed to mumble or speak half to himself, as though struggling to project his thoughts clearly. His body movements were stiff, deliberate, and robotic, lacking the natural fluidity most people display under pressure.

This combination—apparent calmness in situations that typically provoke stress, coupled with pronounced social awkwardness—has prompted comparisons to other high-profile criminal cases, such as Brian Kohberger in the Idaho murders. While the circumstances of each case differ, the parallel lies in the peculiar social presentation and the unusual ability to remain composed when others would not.

Taken together, the photo likely is genuine but requires proper verification of its timestamp, while the body cam footage paints a consistent portrait: Tyler Robinson comes across as someone who rarely displays outward stress, even in high-pressure scenarios, yet struggles with basic social interaction and self-expression. These traits have fueled ongoing debate and left the public with even more questions about Robinson’s true character and his behavior on the day Charlie Kirk was shot.