David Hull
Background
AI-generatedDavid Hull is a former police officer who has spoken publicly about evidence he discovered in connection with the investigation into the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Role
David Hull is identified as a former law enforcement officer whose account relates to the scene investigation following the fatal shooting of political activist Charlie Kirk. Public information about him is limited primarily to his role as a witness or source describing physical evidence found near the shooting location.
Background
Details about Hull's earlier career, the department or jurisdiction he served in, and the dates of his service are not well established in available reporting. He appears to have had firsthand or early access to the scene of the Kirk shooting, which prompted media interest in his account.
Why they are in the news
In mid-2026, Hull's name surfaced in coverage of the Charlie Kirk assassination case, specifically regarding his description of discovering what he called a 'sniper pad' on a rooftop near the shooting site. This account has been cited alongside other investigative details, including video footage of suspect Tyler Robinson, as part of ongoing reporting on the circumstances of the killing.
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In the news
▶ 50sThe Latest: Video shows Tyler Robinson before and after killing Charlie Kirk, investigators say
The weeklong preliminary hearing for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk has entered its second day
▶ 49sFormer officer describes finding a 'sniper pad' on nearby rooftop after Charlie Kirk assassination
A former campus police officer says he found an apparent “sniper pad” on a gravel rooftop near where Charlie Kirk was assassinated