Crime, Police + Courts
Simone Seikaly
Box truck containing thousands in prescription meds stolen near U of U; suspect now in custody
The box truck was taken from the parking lot of the Huntsman Mental Health Institute, near the University of Utah campus.5 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Falling tree kills motorcyclist on Cedar Canyon Road in Garfield County
The falling tree was a Quaking aspen -- a freak accident that killed a 60-year-old man according to officials with the Utah Highway Patrol.5 years ago
Mark Jackson
Dirt bike rider at state capitol in custody after injuring UHP trooper
Man who rode his dirt bike up onto the grounds of Utah's state capitol early Saturday morning is under arrest after injuring UHP tooper.5 years ago
Paul Nelson
Three people arrested after they opened fire on US Marshal’s officers
Three people are in police custody after the group reportedly opened fire on US Marshal’s officers trying to arrest them.5 years ago
Dan Bammes
Drought could bring bears closer to people
A bear spotted in Provo didn't hurt anyone, but its appearance is raising concern that this year's drought could bring predators into urban areas this summer.5 years ago
Becky Bruce
Widow of man shot by police in Holladay speaks for first time
“When we call our police officers, we hope for help, not for them to shoot somebody,” the widow of a man shot by police said. “It’s awful to watch all of your kids go through that.”5 years ago
John Wojcik
Authorities say one person is dead, another arrested in Kearns shooting
Police arrested a suspect and are investigating a murder after a man was shot and killed in Kearns Thursday night just after 9 p.m.5 years ago
Madeleine Porter
VFAST foresees to apprehend more violent criminals after pandemic
The Violent Fugitive Apprehension Task Force, VFATF, wanted to send a message to violent criminals that once the pandemic ends, so does their party.5 years ago
Curt Gresseth
Hefty charges likely for suspect in Juab highway shooting, attorney says
A man facing charges out of Minnesota, accused of firing shots at officers, could face even harsher charges in Utah after a Juab County freeway shooting.5 years ago
Paul Nelson
How alleged gunman in Juab County was able to leave police custody in Minnesota
Investigators are trying to figure out how a man accused of shooting at Utah High Patrol troopers in Juab County arrived in Utah, even though he’s awaiting trial for a similar crime in Minnesota.5 years ago
Boyd Matheson
Inside Sources: ‘After I got the gun, I just pulled her into a hug’: Teacher describes Idaho school shooting
With a hug, a teacher disarms a shooter inside a Idaho school.5 years ago
John Wojcik
Holladay shooting justified, but prosecutor still “troubled”
A police shooting in Holladay that killed a suicidal man has been ruled justified by Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill.5 years ago
Paul Nelson, Madeleine Porter, John Wojcik and Becky Bruce
Suspect accused of stealing deputy’s truck, I-15 shootout in Juab County
A suspect is in custody after exchanging gunfire with law enforcement on I-15, causing it to shut down for hours Wednesday evening in Juab County.5 years ago
Colby Walker
Idaho Middle School teacher who stopped school shooting speaks for first time
The Idaho math teacher who stopped a school shooting by intercepting a sixth-grade girl with a gun is speaking for the first time.5 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Immunity deal leads to murder charge for Doug Lovell in Joyce Yost case
Immunity for the ex-wife of Doug Lovell helped lead to capital murder charges against him seven years after Joyce Yost disappeared.5 years ago
Paul Nelson
Man charged with sexual assault may have kept a list of previous victims
A Murray man is charged with aggravated kidnapping and aggravated sexual assault after he reportedly raped a woman in his apartment.5 years ago
BRIAN SLODYSKO Associated Press
Congress OKs bill to fight hate crimes against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
The legislation would expedite federal reviews of hate crimes and provide grants to local law enforcement.5 years ago
Andy Farnsworth
“Click it or Ticket” campaign to reduce serious traffic crashes begins in Utah
The "Click it or Ticket" campaign kicked off this week around the state to encourage drivers to buckle up to avoid serious accidents.5 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Man stabbed after defending his girlfriend
The man was hospitalized and as of Sunday afternoon, no suspect was in custody according to Salt Lake City police.5 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Herriman honors fallen officers for Peace Officers Memorial Day
Herriman placed placards at Blackridge Reservoir with a name, photo, and description of Utah officers who died in the line of duty.5 years ago
Ryan Meeks
Swastika carved into Chabad Community Center Synagogue
Visitors to the Chabad Community center Synagogue arrived this morning to see a swastika carved into their main entrance door.5 years ago
Ryan Meeks and Simone Seikaly
Search and rescue teams locate bodies of West Valley City brothers missing on Utah Lake
Search and rescue officials have located the bodies of two brothers who went missing on Utah Lake near the Knolls area around 4:20 p.m. on Saturday.5 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Vehicles, cars burglarized in West Jordan neighborhood
A series of home and vehicle burglaries occurred overnight on Adamson Circle in W. Jordan, Utah. At one home a pet flap was used to break in.5 years ago
