Squatty Potty Founder Federally Indicted
Robert Edwards, 50, co-founder of the popular Squatty Potty brand, has been arrested and federally indicted in Utah. According to an announcement from the U.S. Attorney's Office District of Utah, the millionaire is accused of purchasing and receiving child sexual abuse images. The incident is causing a stir as Edwards is a well-known entrepreneur on American television.
A federal grand jury formally indicted Edwards on February 10, 2026, and the arrest warrant was executed two days later in Washington County. The indictment states that the defendant's violations occurred over a long period from March 2021 to November 2025. Authorities determined that Edwards intentionally received and stored numerous illicit materials in Utah County and other locations.
Investigation Process and Evidence from the FBI
The investigation involved an undercover FBI agent who infiltrated online groups specializing in the exchange of child abuse material. Through surveillance, authorities identified Edwards and discovered multiple transactions for illicit content via his PayPal account in 2025. These were crucial pieces of evidence leading to the execution of an urgent search warrant against the defendant.
On November 4, 2025, police searched Edwards' private residence and seized numerous personal electronic devices. Examination results revealed that his phone and computer contained a series of child abuse videos and images, including content that had been downloaded just weeks before discovery. This evidence is currently being used by the prosecution to strengthen the case file.
Legal Developments and Career Background
During his initial court appearance, Robert Edwards pleaded not guilty to the federal charges. However, the judge ordered the defendant to be detained without bail to ensure legal security. The next hearing is scheduled for March 2, 2026, at the federal courthouse in St. George, Utah, to determine the next steps in the proceedings.
Robert Edwards became wealthy after co-founding Squatty Potty with his family in 2011, a product that aids in posture during defecation and became a sensation on the show Shark Tank. The success from this program helped the company grow exponentially and brought millions of dollars in assets to his family. Currently, if convicted, Edwards will face severe penalties under the U.S. federal sentencing guidelines.
