Man in critical condition after shooting at an indoor playground in Salt Lake City
May 22, 2026, 9:27 PM | Updated: 11:01 pm
SALT LAKE CITY — On Friday evening, a custodial dispute resulted in a shooting that sent someone to the hospital.
The incident took place near 1082 S 300 W in Salt Lake City.
Lt. Cody Lougy with the Salt Lake City Police Department said that the incident happened inside the Kids Empire in Salt Lake City at approximately 7 p.m.
Lt. Lougy said that the dispute was over two young kids, the woman involved allegedly shot the man involved.
An unnamed person moved in to disarm the woman. Shortly after officers arrived, the man was rushed to the hospital in critical condition.
Lt. Lougy said the woman, who police believe to be the ex-wife of the man shot, has been taken into custody, and police suspect the gun belonged to her.
There were multiple families inside the building, and multiple witnesses have been taken in for questioning.
The Kids Empire will remain closed until further notice.
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