The lover of Charlie Kirk’s alleged assassin ‘hated’ his family and had been kicked out of his parents’ home for addiction and substance abuse, according to new claims.

A relative of Lance Twiggs said that he was living with murder suspect Tyler Robinson after his relationship with family deteriorated and he became ‘detached [and] radicalized’.

The relative, speaking anonymously, said Twiggs had been struggling with gender identity, substance abuse problems, and was addicted to video games.

‘[His father] thought he wasn’t being respectful and was problematic, so they kicked him out,’ Twiggs’ relative revealed in an interview with Fox News.

‘He then lived with [his grandparents] until he was 18 and graduated from high school’.

‘But the real reason he was acting out was because he was using drugs and alcohol, and was addicted to gaming,’ she added.

Twiggs hasn’t been charged with any crimes, and authorities said he was cooperating with the investigation.

Robinson now faces aggravated murder charges for fatally shooting conservative activist Charlie Kirk on September 10 at an event held by Turning Point USA at Utah Valley University.

The relative said that Twiggs moved into a townhouse with other college students before Robinson lived in the home.

The other roommates eventually moved out, leaving Twiggs and Robinson in the townhome together. The relative added that the two were in a romantic relationship.

In a separate interview, an anonymous relative told Fox News that Twiggs developed a ‘hatred’ for Christians and conservatives. 

‘He hated us. He was not raised that way, but he, over the years, has become really detached [and] been radicalized,’ the relative said. 

The relative added that Twiggs was ‘always angry’ and his behavior got worse over the last few years. 

They also speculated that Twiggs may’ve influenced Robinson’s politics during their time living together. 

‘I think Tyler got a whole lot worse in the year they have been dating. They are big gamers, and obviously they have that group that influences them as well as others. But my gut tells me [Twiggs] did more of the influencing,’ they said. 

Twiggs was dragged into the investigation when Robinson texted him: ‘Drop what you are doing, look under the keyboard’.

Twiggs allegedly found a note that read: ‘I had the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk and I’m going to take it’, prosecutors said.

‘What?????????????? You’re joking, right????’ Twiggs responded.

Robinson was arrested after he turned himself in for the shooting with his parents and a family friend at the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. 

Robinson said back: ‘I am still ok my love, but am stuck in Orem for a little while longer yet. Shouldn’t be long until I can come home, but I gotta grab my rifle still. To be honest I had hoped to keep this secret till I died of old age. I am sorry to involve

Their texts also mentioned a rifle allegedly used in the shooting. Robinson ended their text exchange by telling Twiggs not to talk to the media or answer any questions from the police. 

Robinson appeared in court virtually for the first time on Tuesday. The prosecution announced during the hearing that they filed a notice of intent to seek the death penalty. 

His surrender came after authorities searched for 33 hours. Two people were arrested and released during the manhunt. 

Sophie Gable, Daily Mail UK