Utah Gov.: 'Hey fascist! Catch!' written on bullet casing

Investigation Progress - Law enforcement arrested Tyler Robinson in Washington County, approximately a 3-4 hour drive from Utah Valley University [4][5] - The arrest was made today, despite Robinson being taken into custody last night [5] - Investigators interviewed family members and Robinson's roommate, leading to a degree of confession or implication in the shooting [6] - Messages between Robinson and his roommate referenced a rifle, indicating potential evidence [7] Evidence and Motive - Messages indicated a need to retrieve a rifle from a drop point, leaving it in a bush, visually watching the area, and wrapping the rifle in a towel [8] - Messages also referred to engraving bullets and a mention of a scope and the rifle being unique [8] - Unfired casings had inscriptions like "Hey, fascist! Catch!", "O Bella Chow, Bella Chow, Bellachchow, Chow Chow", and "If you read this, you are gay LMAO" [16][17] - The engravings suggest premeditation, a political motive, and potentially psychological issues [18][19] Political and Public Response - The governor and FBI director provided more details than expected to explain the confidence in the arrest [9] - President Trump announced the arrest, even while acknowledging potential inaccuracies in the details [11][21] - The White House defended FBI Director Cash Patel, who was under pressure, highlighting his dedication to the case [22] - The arrest is seen as a significant test of Patel's leadership [23]