Who is Ryder Corral? Teen Arrested After Vandalizing Charlie Kirk Memorial in Phoenix

A shocking scene unfolded outside the Turning Point USA headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. A 19-year-old man, identified as Ryder Corral, was caught on camera vandalizing a memorial dedicated to conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was shot and killed last week at Utah Valley University.

What Happened Outside the Memorial?

Mourners had gathered at the Phoenix office of Turning Point USA to pay their respects to Charlie Kirk. The memorial was filled with flowers, candles, and photos. Suddenly, Ryder Corral jumped onto the tribute. He stomped across the flowers and pictures in full view of shocked supporters.

Videos shared online showed Corral trampling the items with force. People at the scene reacted quickly. One person dragged him away from the memorial. Another kicked him to the ground before police officers rushed in.

Police Response and Arrest

According to Phoenix Police, Ryder Corral was taken into custody at the scene. He now faces charges of criminal damage and disorderly conduct. Officers confirmed that he was removed from the angry crowd to prevent further violence.

The T-Shirt Controversy

Witnesses noticed that Ryder Corral was wearing a black t-shirt with an American flag and bald eagle design. This was similar to the shirt worn by Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old suspect accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk in Utah. The similarity added more attention to the incident and raised questions among the public.

Public Reaction After Charlie Kirk’s Death

This was not the first incident linked to Kirk’s assassination. Just hours after his death last week, a fight broke out at the Idaho State Capitol when a heckler insulted mourners. Police had to break up the clash, which also turned violent.

The vandalism in Phoenix has once again shown the deep emotions surrounding the loss of Charlie Kirk. Supporters say the actions of Ryder Corral were deeply disrespectful and added more pain to an already grieving community.