Crime
Walmart selling shirts under “Kirk Shooter” that resemble what assassin Tyler Robinson wore
UPDATE: Walmart has now remove the “Kirk Shooter” keyword t-shirts from the store.
Walmart is facing sharp criticism after listings surfaced online advertising clothing under the label “Kirk Shooter” that closely resembles the outfit worn by Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old accused assassin in the September 10 killing of activist Charlie Kirk.
The revelations came as newly obtained surveillance footage shed light on a separate but related incident involving the desecration of a memorial for Kirk outside Turning Point USA headquarters.
Authorities confirmed that 19-year-old Ryder Corral has been arrested and charged with criminal damage and disorderly conduct after he was recorded deliberately vandalizing the tribute.
The footage shows Corral, dressed in clothing nearly identical to that worn by Robinson during the attack — same shirt, pants, and shoes — storming the memorial.
Video evidence shows Corral aggressively kicking over flowers, vases, flags, and balloons, advancing roughly 15 yards into the tribute area before being subdued by bystanders and handed over to police.
Law enforcement has verified Corral’s identity and confirmed the charges filed against him.
The incident has drawn outrage from mourners and community leaders, who say the vandalism compounded the grief of those already devastated by Kirk’s death.
“A memorial is a place where people bring flowers, prayers, tears, and memories,” one community member said. “To walk into that space and stomp on it is cruel on a level that words can hardly cover. A family is mourning. Friends and supporters are mourning. Instead of allowing them that sacred space, someone chose to destroy it.”
The controversy surrounding Walmart’s listings has added to tensions, with many accusing the retailer of insensitivity and profiting off tragedy. While the company has not yet issued a public response, calls are mounting for the immediate removal of the products and a formal apology.
Observers warn that the convergence of Robinson’s alleged actions, Corral’s memorial desecration, and the commercialization of related imagery underscores a troubling erosion of respect and civility in public discourse.
“We can debate ideas, we can challenge one another’s views,” the community member added. “But when even a memorial isn’t safe from hate, it shows how much humanity is being lost.”
Crime
Aleksandr Aleksand Shablykin Fatally Stabs Mother Zoya Shablykin and Three Others at Key Peninsula Home
Five people, including the suspect, are dead following a violent stabbing incident and subsequent deputy-involved shooting Tuesday morning in the 14000 block of 87th Avenue Court Northwest near Gig Harbor, according to the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO).
Authorities identified the suspect as 32-year-old Aleksandr Aleksand Shablykin.
Investigators say the incident began as a reported protection order violation and escalated into a deadly stabbing attack in a residential cul-de-sac.
Dispatchers received the first 911 call at approximately 8:41 a.m. reporting an “order violation in progress.” According to the sheriff’s office, an adult male had gone to a residence despite a no-contact protection order involving a female occupant of the home.
Deputies later clarified that although a protection order had been granted, it had not yet been formally served to the suspect and therefore was not legally enforceable at the time.
Deputies were en route to serve the order when the situation rapidly escalated.
At approximately 9:30 a.m., additional emergency calls reported that the man was actively stabbing individuals outside the home. Witnesses described a chaotic scene, with at least one victim attacked in the middle of the street in front of multiple bystanders.
A deputy arrived on scene minutes later.
According to Officer Shelbie Boyd, spokesperson for the Pierce County Force Investigation Team (PCFIT), gunfire was reported at 9:33 a.m.
“We have the adult male suspect who was shot by the deputy,” Boyd said during a press briefing.
Shablykin was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities have not yet released specific details regarding the exchange of gunfire but confirmed that the investigation remains active.
Deputies located four adult victims at the scene.
Three were pronounced dead at the residence. A fourth victim was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition but later succumbed to their injuries.
One of the victims was identified as 52-year-old Zoya Shablykin, the suspect’s mother.
Authorities stated that relationships between the suspect and the additional victims remain under investigation.
Witness accounts suggest that neighbors may have intervened in an attempt to stop the attack.
Court records linked to the residence show that in April 2025, Zoya Shablykin petitioned for a protection order against her adult son. The order was granted in May.
In her petition, she alleged ongoing threats, harassment, and erratic behavior, including prior physical aggression. The filing referenced concerns about his mental health and stated he had previously pushed and threatened her.
The protection order prohibited the son from possessing weapons and from coming within 1,000 feet of his mother, her home, vehicle, or workplace. The order also required him to comply with a treatment plan and prescribed medications.
Investigators confirmed that although the order had been approved by the court, it had not yet been formally served to the suspect at the time of the incident. Deputies were attempting to serve the documentation when the stabbing occurred.
Court records indicate Shablykin had multiple prior contacts with law enforcement dating back to 2020, primarily involving traffic-related offenses, including driving without a valid license and refusing to identify himself during traffic stops. Records reflect at least 14 separate cases. A 2023 trespassing charge was dismissed.
A family acquaintance told media outlets that other immediate family members were not present at the residence during the attack and were safe elsewhere at the time of the incident.
The Pierce County Sheriff’s Office and the Pierce County Force Investigation Team are continuing to investigate both the stabbing deaths and the deputy-involved shooting. Authorities have not yet released the names of the additional victims pending notification of next of kin.
Officials described the event as a tragic escalation of a domestic situation that unfolded rapidly despite law enforcement response efforts.
Further updates are expected as the investigation proceeds.