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Truth Behind 'Conspiracy' Book About Charlie Kirk Assassination that Came Out Day Before Shooting - Daily Star

Amazon removed the book due to a technical glitch that showed a publication date before Charlie Kirk's shooting, fueling widespread speculation and conspiracy theories online.

  • Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist, was fatally shot during an event held at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025.
  • On September 9, 2025, a book titled 'The Shooting of Charlie Kirk' was listed for sale on Amazon with a release date set one day prior to the actual shooting, leading to widespread confusion and speculation.
  • The Kindle book, 69 pages long and authored by Anastasia J. Casey, briefly listed details of the shooting and the aftermath, sparking shock and conspiracy theories online.
  • Amazon attributed the erroneous publication date to a technical malfunction, confirmed that the book became available only after the shooting occurred, subsequently removed the title from their listings, and apologized for any resulting confusion.
  • The incident highlights Amazon's challenges with AI-generated content and backdating publication dates, raising concerns about misuse of self-publishing platforms for sensitive events.
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