Authorities reveal that the rifle used to assassinate Charlie Kirk is a Mauser Model 98, a bolt-action firearm originally manufactured in Germany during World War I. The weapon, reportedly owned by the suspect’s grandfather, may evade modern tracing laws due to its age, as it likely predates the 1968 legislation mandating serial numbers on firearms, complicating the investigation into Kirk’s murder.
Suspect Tyler Robinson, 22, allegedly chose the vintage rifle deliberately for its untraceability. In a concerning message to a roommate shortly after the shooting, Robinson expressed worry about his family’s reaction if he did not return the weapon, admitting uncertainty over its serial number and emphasizing the steps he took to avoid leaving evidence. This case highlights broader issues regarding the accessibility of historical firearms in modern crime.
Read full story at www.foxnews.com
