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Tyler Robinson Girlfriend

Overview​

This directory compiles publicly discussed information and claims about Tyler Robinson's girlfriend and what she may have known about events surrounding the incident. Nothing in this section should be read as a finding of wrongdoing; items are presented as leads and commentary that require careful verification against primary sources.

Topic​

Topic: Public reporting and claims about Tyler Robinson’s girlfriend/partner, their relationship, and how her statements and background intersect with the case.

Identity and relationship (as reported)​

Mainstream news outlets and follow‑up reporting identify Robinson’s partner as Lance Twiggs, a transgender woman described in some sources as his live‑in partner in St. George, Utah. According to those reports:

  • Robinson and Twiggs shared a rented townhouse in St. George, with neighbors describing them as a couple.
  • Articles from outlets such as the BBC, ABC News, and the New York Post describe Twiggs as Robinson’s romantic partner and the person to whom he allegedly sent text messages around the time of the shooting.
  • Twiggs has been reported as cooperating with authorities and, as of those reports, has not been charged with any crime related to the incident.

These items summarize what has been publicly reported and should be cross‑checked against the underlying articles for precise wording and context.

Reported communications and alleged confession (claims)​

Several articles and social‑media summaries state that Robinson communicated with Twiggs before and after the shooting. According to those sources:

  • Robinson allegedly sent a message telling Twiggs to “drop what you are doing, look under my keyboard,” where a note was reportedly found describing an intent to “take out” Charlie Kirk.
  • When asked via text if he had killed Kirk, Robinson is reported to have replied along the lines of “I am. I’m sorry,” and later sent messages expressing concern for Twiggs’ safety and referencing retrieving or explaining the loss of his rifle.
  • Some narratives state that Twiggs provided these messages to investigators and that they form part of the prosecution’s description of premeditation and motive.

All of these points come from media summaries and should be treated as allegations until confirmed through primary sources such as court exhibits or sworn testimony.

Background details on Twiggs (reported)​

Various news pieces and commentary provide additional biographical details about Twiggs. These include:

  • Accounts that Twiggs faced family conflict and was asked to leave the family home in 2018 over behavioral and values‑related disputes.
  • Descriptions of struggles with mental‑health issues, substance use, and heavy gaming/online activity, including references to Discord communities.
  • Reports that Twiggs was a gifted pianist earlier in life, and that friends have described her as compassionate and hardworking, despite personal difficulties.
  • References to political leanings (for example, supporting Joe Biden) and engagement with online debates about trans rights and culture.

These items are included here because they appear in widely circulated coverage. They are not evaluations of character or credibility; they simply document what has been reported.

From a legal‑process perspective, publicly available reporting generally portrays Twiggs as:

  • A witness and cooperating partner who supplied messages and information to law enforcement.
  • Someone who left the shared townhouse after the shooting, reportedly relocating for safety while the investigation unfolded.
  • A key figure in the prosecution’s narrative concerning motive and premeditation, particularly where they link Robinson’s alleged resentment over trans‑related rhetoric to his relationship with Twiggs.

At the same time, some commentators and citizen‑investigators advance alternative theories—including suggestions that Twiggs may have been manipulated, targeted, or placed under pressure by outside actors. These theories remain speculative and should not be treated as established fact without solid evidence.

Open questions and cautions​

Key open questions often raised in investigative discussions include:

  • To what extent do the reported text messages and notes accurately reflect Robinson’s state of mind and intentions, and how were they preserved and authenticated?
  • What protections, if any, have been put in place for Twiggs as a cooperating witness, and how might those affect public disclosures?
  • Are there additional communications (for example, Discord logs or emails) that clarify the dynamic between Robinson and Twiggs before the incident?

Because this topic involves living individuals and sensitive personal history, readers should approach all claims with caution, distinguish clearly between verified facts and speculation, and rely on official court records and directly sourced reporting wherever possible.