Overview

• Kash Patel said the FBI is conducting an exhaustive inquiry into the killing, pledging to pursue every lead to its conclusion.
• The agency interviewed the pilot and consulted the FAA before determining the aircraft’s transponder was not turned off.
• Investigators attributed the perceived loss of flight data to incomplete radar coverage in rural airspace near the site.
• Patel outlined active lines of inquiry, including shot location, possible accomplices, a text confession, Discord chats, bullet angle, weapon transport, hand gestures, and visitors to the suspect’s residence.
• Tyler Robinson, 22, remains jailed without bail on aggravated murder and related charges as prosecutors move the case forward.