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Washington Today
By the People, for the People
Squatty Potty Inventor Charged with Child Pornography
Robert Edwards, co-founder of the viral bathroom product, faces federal charges of receiving child sexual abuse material.
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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Robert Edwards, the 50-year-old co-founder and creator of the popular Squatty Potty bathroom product, has been arrested and charged with allegedly receiving sexually explicit images of a child. Edwards was indicted on February 10, 2026 and arrested on February 12 in Washington County, Utah. He has pleaded not guilty to the federal charge of receipt of child pornography.
Why it matters
The case against Edwards, a public figure known for his viral bathroom product, is likely to draw significant scrutiny. The allegations against him are part of the Department of Justice's Project Safe Childhood initiative to combat the sexual exploitation of minors.
The details
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office in the District of Utah, Edwards is alleged to have received multiple images of child sexual abuse material from March 2021 to November 2025. In March 2021, an undercover FBI agent joined an online group chat used to trade child sexual abuse material, and Edwards allegedly participated. In May 2025, PayPal flagged four transactions involving Edwards' account as possibly related to the purchase of child sexual abuse material. On November 4, 2025, law enforcement executed a search warrant and seized a cellphone from Edwards' vehicle containing child sexual abuse images and videos, as well as additional files found on devices in his residence.
- On March 2021, an undercover FBI agent joined an online group chat used to trade child sexual abuse material, and Edwards allegedly participated.
- In May 2025, PayPal flagged four transactions involving Edwards' account as possibly related to the purchase of child sexual abuse material.
- On November 4, 2025, law enforcement executed a search warrant on Edwards' person and residence and seized a cellphone from his vehicle, which had child sexual abuse images and videos.
The players
Robert Edwards
A 50-year-old entrepreneur who co-founded and created the popular Squatty Potty bathroom product.
U.S. Attorney's Office in the District of Utah
The office prosecuting the case against Robert Edwards.
FBI Salt Lake City Field Office
The office investigating the case against Robert Edwards.
What’s next
Edwards' detention hearing is scheduled for March 2, 2026, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
The takeaway
This case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat the exploitation of minors, even among public figures. It raises questions about the responsibility of those in the public eye and the need for vigilance in protecting vulnerable children.
