India, Sept. 12 -- Turning Point USA, which calls itself the 'largest Conservative student movement' in the country, on Thursday, put out a statement mourning the demise of founder Charlie Kirk. The 31-year-old Trump ally was fatally shot while attending an event at the Utah Valley University, in Orem, Utah, yesterday.

"Every one of us at Turning Point USA is crushed and devastated by the hateful murder of our founder and guiding light, Charlie Kirk. All of us have lost a leader, a mentor, and a friend," the statement read.

Underscoring the tough time for Kirk's wife and children, the statement continued, "...Charlie was the ideal husband and the perfect father. Above all else, we ask you to pray for the Kirks after the incomprehensible...