Church issues statement after fatal shooting at Utah Valley University

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has issued a statement in response to the shooting at Utah Valley University that resulted in the death of American political commentator Charlie Kirk.

Doug Andersen, a spokesman for the Church, said, "It is with great sadness that we learn of the shooting that took place at Utah Valley University resulting in the death of Charlie Kirk. Our prayers go out to his family at this time. We condemn violence and lawless behavior. We also pray that we may treat one another with greater kindness, compassion and goodness. For members of the Church, we reaffirm the Savior's teaching and admonition is to love our neighbor."

The statement comes after an incident on campus led to Kirk’s death, drawing attention from local and national communities. The Church expressed condolences and called for compassion and adherence to teachings about loving one's neighbor.