Texas Teen Faces Charges for Threats Ahead of Charlie Kirk Vigil

Texas Teen Faces Charges for Threats Ahead of Charlie Kirk Vigil

A Texas teenager has been arrested after allegedly making threatening social media posts just hours before a vigil honoring the late Charlie Kirk took place at the University of Texas at San Antonio. According to reports, the teenager’s actions raised significant alarm within the community.

Xaelyn Dunbar, a 19-year-old, stands accused of making a terroristic threat by intentionally and knowingly suggesting violence against the vigil attendees. He purportedly indicated in a Facebook comment on September 15 that he intended to use his truck to disrupt the event, which ultimately attracted about 1,000 participants later that evening, as reported by the San Antonio Express News.

The Origin of the Threats

These disturbing comments were made on the social media page of the San Antonio Young Republicans, which was promoting the vigil for Kirk. The vigil was organized to commemorate the Turning Point USA co-founder who was tragically assassinated on September 10 while addressing an audience at Utah Valley University.

Dunbar’s Disturbing Messages

Reports indicate that Dunbar made bold and alarming claims in his posts. He allegedly stated, “This is a disgrace and I can tell you right now ima make sure this won’t be a good nor comforting vigil yall watch and see. Ima make this a movie … me and my truck.” This message stirred considerable fear among those involved with the vigil.

When questioned by another Facebook user about his intentions, Dunbar reportedly responded: “You’ll see tmr I jus wouldn’t advise tryna stop a Ford 250 Diesel truck. Show yall how much Charlie really means.” This interaction only intensified concerns regarding potential violence at the vigil.

Authorities Take Action

The alarming comments were quickly flagged by the Southwest Texas Fusion Center, an interagency intelligence hub managed by the San Antonio Police Department. In response to the threat, the information was communicated to the University of Texas at San Antonio Police Department.

A captain from UTSA informed the San Antonio Police Department, which then dispatched officers alongside Universal City police to Dunbar’s residence located at Sagebrush Apartments, situated on the northeast side of the city.

Dunbar’s Admission and Arrest

During police questioning, Dunbar admitted to posting the Facebook comments and acknowledged that they could be perceived as threatening. However, he defended his actions by claiming he was simply