Text messages between Tyler Robinson and his roommate, 22-year-old Lance Twiggs, led the FBI to the suspected assassin of Charlie Kirk. Investigators confirmed Robinson’s partner, described as transitioning, is cooperating and “had no idea” of the alleged plan. No charges have been filed against Twiggs.

Court documents show Twiggs handed over messages where Robinson detailed retrieving a rifle, engraving bullets, and avoiding detection. A rifle matching his description was later recovered. Governor Spencer Cox said the ammunition bore unusual engravings like “Hey, fascist! Catch!” and “Bella Ciao.” Digital culture expert Jamie Cohen explained that “memes contain multitudes” and often carry layered meanings.

Robinson’s grandmother insisted agents “must have the wrong person,” saying, “I don’t think he ever shot a gun… there’s just no way he could have been that good of a shot.” She described him as quiet and nonviolent.

Authorities revealed Robinson confessed privately to his father after being recognized in photos. When he threatened suicide, a family pastor helped bring him into custody.

Robinson is being held without bail on charges including aggravated murder. Utah’s attorney general said the death penalty is “on the table,” while Governor Cox and former President Trump publicly supported capital punishment.