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Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 11/06/2025

Location : Near 5100 South & 4500 West

City : Kearns

County : Salt Lake

State : Utah

Agency : Unified Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Suicide

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 11/06/2025, after a suspect violated an active protective order, returned to a residence near 5100 South & 4500 West in Kearns, Utah, a SWAT standoff developed involving the Unified Police Department. Nearby homes were evacuated and utilities at the scene were shut off for safety. After more than an hour of negotiations, the individual took his own life around 6 a.m. inside the residence.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://gephardtdaily.com/local/kearns-swat-standoff-comes-to-tragic-end/
https://kutv.com/news/local/kearns-neighborhood-evacuated-during-swat-response-to-domestic-violence-call

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 11/06/2025

Location : 3800 South & 5600 West

City : West Valley City

County : Salt Lake County

State : Utah

Agency : U.S. Marshals Service, West Valley City Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during critical incident

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 11/06/2025, agents with the U.S. Marshals Service Violent Fugitive Apprehension Strike Team were serving an arrest warrant for a “violent fugitive” in the area of 3800 South & 5600 West in West Valley City. The male suspect exited the residence armed with a handgun and attempted to flee. Marshals opened fire and the suspect was shot and later pronounced dead. No officers were injured.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.abc4.com/article/news/local/one-person-shot-officer-involved-critical-incident-west-valley-city/ (article via news search)
https://www.ksl.com/article/51401955/wanted-fugitive-shot-by-federal-agents-while-serving-a-warrant-in-west-valley-city-police-say/

Jose Hernandez

Age :47

Gender :Male

Race : Latino/a/e

Date : 10/29/2025

Location : 2100 South and 300 West

City : Salt Lake City

County : Salt Lake

State : Utah

Agency : Salt Lake City Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during armed confrontation

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On October 29, 2025, Salt Lake City Police officers responded to a report of an assault at the intersection of 2100 South and 300 West. When officers arrived, they encountered a man armed with a rock who threw it at two officers. Officers opened fire, striking the man. He was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. One officer sustained minor injuries. The West Jordan Police Department is conducting the independent investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.ksl.com/article/51397279/man-armed-with-rock-killed-in-salt-lake-police-shooting
https://www.fox13now.com/news/crime/salt-lake-city-police-involved-in-a-critical-incident-near-south-salt-lake
https://kutv.com/news/local/witnesses-to-salt-lake-officer-involved-critical-incident-describe-shocking-scene

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Unknown

Race : Unknown

Date : 09/25/2025

Location : 300 South Main Street

City : Coalville

County : Summit

State : Utah

Agency : Summit County Sheriff’s Office, Park City Police Department, County SWAT

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Found dead after police standoff

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 09/25/2025, Summit County deputies responded to a reported family dispute at a residence on South Main Street in Coalville. A man barricaded himself inside and refused to come out. SWAT units and negotiators were deployed, and attempts were made to communicate for several hours. A drone was later sent into the home, where the man was observed with what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Tactical officers confirmed his death.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.ksl.com/article/51381253/coalville-man-found-dead-following-standoff-with-swat-
https://kutv.com/news/local/one-dead-following-swat-standoff-on-main-street-in-coailville

Elhelbawy Adam Idrees

Age :26

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 09/02/2025

Location : 1900 West and 7300 South

City : West Jordan

County : Salt Lake

State : Utah

Agency : West Jordan Police Department, Utah Highway Patrol

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during SWAT standoff

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On September 2, 2025, around 5:15 p.m., West Jordan police responded to a domestic disturbance at a home near 1900 West and 7300 South. A shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area. Negotiators attempted contact with 26-year-old Elhelbawy Adam Idrees, but communication broke off. Later that evening, officers obtained a warrant and entered the home with a SWAT team. Nine officers, eight from West Jordan and one from Utah Highway Patrol, discharged their weapons during the entry, and Idrees was killed. The case remains under investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://kutv.com/news/local/west-jordan-residents-ordered-to-stay-indoors-lock-doors-windows-due-to-police-activity
https://kutv.com/newsletter-daily/identity-released-of-man-killed-in-west-jordan-officer-involved-shooting
https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-news/northern-utah/watch-out-for-each-other-west-jordan-neighbors-react-to-police-standoff-suspect-dead

John Edgar Beck

Age :83

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 07/31/2025

Location : Northbound I-15 between mile markers 71 and 72

City : Summit

County : Iron

State : Utah

Agency : Iron County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 07/31/2025, Iron County deputies attempted a traffic stop on northbound Interstate 15 for speeding. The driver, 83-year-old John Edgar Beck, continued driving and allegedly forced other vehicles off the road. Deputies performed a PIT maneuver between mile markers 71 and 72, causing Beck’s vehicle to crash. He was killed in the wreck. The case remains under investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.ksl.com/article/51354520/police-driver-in-iron-county-dies-after-leading-police-on-chase-crashing
https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-news/southern-utah/driver-killed-following-pursuit-on-i-15-through-southern-utah
https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/driver-dies-after-high-speed-pursuit-ends-in-crash-on-i-15-near-cedar-city/article_3c781428-a821-406b-880e-ea08a4d3b355.html

Jorge Fernandez Andrade

Age :45

Gender :Male

Race : Latino/a/e

Date : 06/29/2025

Location : 560 Valley View Drive

City : Hyrum

County : Cache

State : Utah

Agency : Cache County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during SWAT standoff

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Deputies responded to reports of a man, later identified as Jorge Fernandez Andrade, who had allegedly barricaded himself inside a trailer in Hyrum and opened fire on officers. Multiple neighborhoods were evacuated, and SWAT was deployed. Andrade was later found dead inside the trailer, along with a deceased woman. Officials stated Andrade had fired at deputies and may have possessed explosives. The standoff and investigation led to a large law enforcement presence and road closures.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-news/northern-utah/neighborhoods-evacuated-in-hyrum-during-active-swat-operation
https://www.eastidahonews.com/2025/06/2-dead-in-northern-utah-after-man-with-possible-explosives-opens-fire-on-deputies/
https://www.cachevalleydaily.com/news/investigators-release-identities-of-man-and-woman-found-dead-inside-hyrum-trailer-after-suspected-murder/article_95aed699-fb6b-44a6-b972-6ccfce1c1e2e.html
https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/crimes_court/police-man-dead-numerous-homes-evacuated-after-standoff-involving-active-shooter-near-idaho-utah-border/article_145f4c3a-6447-53c9-a811-2ad54a2f7dff.html
https://kjzz.com/news/local/attorneys-office-releases-details-on-two-found-dead-in-hyrum-home

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 06/23/2025

Location : East Duggan Drive

City : Eagle Mountain

County : Utah

State : Utah

Agency : Utah County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On June 23, 2025, Utah County Sheriff’s Office SWAT officers served a search warrant at a home on East Duggan Drive in Eagle Mountain as part of an investigation into aggravated kidnapping and sexual assault. The man, accused of strangling and sexually assaulting a victim, reportedly pointed a handgun at officers during the operation. SWAT officers opened fire and killed him. The Utah County Officer-Involved Critical Incident Protocol Team is conducting the investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://kjzz.com/news/local/sexual-assault-suspect-fatally-shot-by-swat-team-in-eagle-mountain
https://www.ksl.com/article/51334358/police-shoot-kill-eagle-mountain-man-during-sexual-assault-investigation
https://www.heraldextra.com/news/local/2025/jun/24/man-killed-by-police-during-sexual-assault-investigation-in-eagle-mountain/

Caysee Rebolloso

Age :35

Gender :Female

Race : Latino/a/e

Date : 05/30/2025

Location : Intersection of 4800 South and 500 West

City : Murray

County : Salt Lake

State : Utah

Agency : Taylorsville Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 30, 2025, Taylorsville Police Department officers identified a stolen vehicle being driven by 35-year-old Caysee Rebolloso. When officers attempted to stop her, Rebolloso drove away. Police did not engage in an active ground pursuit but instead tracked the vehicle from a helicopter. Officers deployed tire spikes in an effort to disable the vehicle, but she continued driving. The vehicle ultimately crashed at the intersection of 4800 South and 500 West in Murray, striking two other cars. Rebolloso died from her injuries at the scene. Two other individuals were injured in the crash; one was transported to the hospital and the other was taken by family members for medical care. No body camera footage or additional video evidence has been publicly released.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://kutv.com/news/local/suspect-killed-two-others-injured-in-taylorsville-crash-involving-stolen-vehicle
https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-news/northern-utah/car-theft-suspect-dies-after-crashing-into-two-cars-while-fleeing-police-in-murray
https://gephardtdaily.com/local/woman-fleeing-taylorsville-police-in-stolen-car-fatally-injured-in-murray-crash-2-other-motorists-injured/

Christian Thomas Allen

Age :60

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 05/27/2025

Location : Judith Street and Hudson Avenue

City : Salt Lake City

County : Salt Lake

State : Utah

Agency : Salt Lake City Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during domestic violence call

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 27, 2025, at approximately 12:15 a.m., Salt Lake City police responded to a 911 call reporting that Christian Thomas Allen was breaking into his ex-wife's home in violation of a protective order. The woman reported that Allen had previously threatened to kill her. She and her two teenage children hid in a bedroom while Allen entered the home. The 911 caller also reported smelling gasoline, though the source remains under investigation. Upon arrival, officers entered the home, and during the encounter, at least two officers discharged their firearms, striking Allen. Despite immediate medical aid, Allen was pronounced dead at the scene. The Unified Police Department is conducting an independent investigation into the incident.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.ksl.com/article/51320025/salt-lake-police-identify-man-who-was-shot-killed-during-domestic-violence-call-

Dustin Pearson

Age :32

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 05/23/2025

Location : 165 W. 7200 South

City : Midvale

County : Salt Lake

State : Utah

Agency : Unified Police Department of Greater Salt Lake

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during armed confrontation

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 23, 2025, around 2:20 a.m., Unified Police officers responded to a reported armed robbery near 165 W. 7200 South in Midvale, Utah. Officers encountered 32-year-old Dustin Pearson of West Jordan. Police stated that Pearson was armed with a knife and a confrontation followed. During the encounter, officers opened fire and shot him. Pearson died at the scene. The incident is under investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.ksl.com/article/51034975/unified-police-in-midvale-shoot-kill-person-who-may-have-been-armed-with-knife
https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-news/man-shot-and-killed-in-midvale-officer-involved-incident
https://www.sltrib.com/news/2025/05/23/unified-police-fatally-shoot/
https://www.abc4.com/news/local-news/officer-involved-shooting-in-midvale-under-investigation/
https://kutv.com/news/local/unified-police-respond-to-officer-involved-critical-incident-in-midvale-utah

Joseph Del Rivo

Age :63

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 05/21/2025

Location : Interstate 70 near Sevier County

City : Sevier

County : Sevier

State : Utah

Agency : Utah Highway Patrol

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Las Vegas police found a deceased person in a large container behind a business on the 100 block of North 3rd Street after reports of a foul odor on 05/21/2025. The investigation led to 63-year-old Joseph Del Rivo. Later that day, Utah Highway Patrol escalated a high-speed chase of Del Rivo on Interstate 70, reaching speeds of 140 mph. After spike strips were deployed, he attempted to evade a second set, lost control, and was ejected during a rollover crash. He died at the scene. The deceased person found in the container was identified as Matthew Kelemen, 56, a freelance reporter who wrote for Las Vegas magazine who had been Del Rivo’s roommate.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/body-found-in-downtown-las-vegas-container-suspect-dies-in-pursuit-with-utah-police-3376329/
https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-news/central-utah/las-vegas-murder-suspect-dies-in-utah-following-chase-with-utah-highway-patrol
https://kutv.com/news/local/body-found-in-container-at-nevada-business-suspect-dies-in-utah-high-speed-chase
https://www.ktnv.com/news/crime/suspicious-death-near-fremont-street-prompts-metro-police-investigation
https://www.ksl.com/article/51318589/man-who-died-while-fleeing-utah-troopers-now-linked-to-las-vegas-killing

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Female

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/11/2025

Location : Unknown

City : Duchesne

County : Duchesne

State : Utah

Agency : Duchesne County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during domestic violence response

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 11, 2025, a Duchesne County deputy responded to a domestic violence call in western Duchesne County. The woman reportedly opened the door holding a handgun, allegedly pointing it at the deputy. The deputy opened fire, striking her in the chest. She was pronounced dead at the scene. The Utah State Bureau of Investigation is conducting an independent investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://gephardtdaily.com/local/duchesne-co-sheriff-deputy-shoots-kills-woman-who-pointed-gun-during-alleged-domestic-violence-response/

Jesse Anderson

Age :24

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 05/05/2025

Location : 400 North and 800 East

City : Orem

County : Utah

State : Utah

Agency : Utah County Major Crimes Task Force

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 5, 2025, around 11:30 p.m., members of the Utah County Major Crimes Task Force were executing a search warrant at a residence near 400 North and 800 East in Orem, Utah. The warrant was part of an ongoing investigation into suspected drug distribution activities involving a man who had been arrested earlier that evening. During the execution of the warrant, officers encountered 24-year-old Jesse Anderson inside the residence. According to law enforcement, Anderson did not comply with commands, leading to a confrontation during which officers fired shots. A loaded handgun was reportedly recovered from the floor next to Anderson. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The Officer-Involved Critical Incident protocol team is conducting an investigation into the shooting. Anderson's family and friends have expressed concerns and are seeking further information regarding the circumstances of his death.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.sltrib.com/news/2025/05/12/new-information-released-deadly/
https://www.ksl.com/article/51311660/friends-of-orem-man-killed-by-police-call-for-justice-as-investigation-continues-
https://kutv.com/news/local/utah-county-major-crimes-task-force-provides-update-on-orem-man-fatally-shot-in-drug-case

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 04/21/2025

Location : Lupine Way and Foxglove Road

City : Farmington

County : Davis

State : Utah

Agency : Farmington Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during domestic disturbance call

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

At approximately 1:55 a.m. on April 21, 2025, Farmington Police responded to a domestic violence call at Lupine Way and Foxglove Road. A woman reported that a man was holding a gun to her head. Officers arrived and found the man and woman outside the residence. The man was armed with a handgun and refused multiple commands to drop it. One officer opened fire and killed him. The man died at the scene. The Davis County Officer Involved Critical Incident Protocol Team is investigating the shooting. The officer was placed on administrative leave.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.fox13now.com/news/crime/man-killed-in-shooting-involving-farmington-police
https://www.abc4.com/news/wasatch-front/domestic-violence-suspect-killed-in-shooting-involving-farmington-police
https://ksltv.com/638285/farmington-police-shoot-kill-man-after-domestic-violence-call

James Peeters

Age :36

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 04/08/2025

Location : 3400 West Parkway Boulevard

City : West Valley City

County : Salt Lake

State : Utah

Agency : West Valley City Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Motorcycle driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On April 8, 2025, a West Valley City Police officer attempted to stop two motorcyclists reportedly driving at high speed on 3500 South near 3200 West. Officers allegedly called off the chase. One of the motorcyclists promptly turned eastbound onto Parkway Boulevard from 3600 West, lost control, and crashed. The 36-year-old man was pronounced dead at the crash site. The West Valley City Crash Investigation Team is conducting an ongoing investigation into the incident.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://gephardtdaily.com/local/motorcyclist-dies-in-crash-after-fleeing-police-in-west-valley-city/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 04/05/2025

Location : 180 South and 300 West

City : Springville

County : Utah

State : Utah

Agency : Springville Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during domestic disturbance call

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

At 10:25 p.m. on April 5, 2025, Springville police responded to a domestic disturbance call at a residence near 180 South and 300 West. Officers found a woman inside the home. As they investigated, a man exited and stabbed one officer during an unprovoked attack. Other officers opened fire and shot him at least once. The man was transported to Utah Valley Hospital, where he died. The officer suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The man’s name has not been released.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://kjzz.com/news/local/man-shot-killed-by-springville-police-after-attacking-officer-with-knife
https://kutv.com/news/local/springville-utah-county-police-shooting-stabbing-officer-knife-domestic-disturbance
https://www.abc4.com/news/local-news/springville-police-fatally-shoot-man-after-knife-attack-on-officer/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 04/04/2025

Location : 1206 West 21st Street

City : West Haven

County : Weber

State : Utah

Agency : Ogden Metro Gang Task Force

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Around 2:00 a.m., officers from the Ogden Metro Gang Task Force attempted to arrest a man at Motel 6 on 1206 West 21st Street in connection with a recent armed robbery. The man, identified by police as a white supremacist gang member with a lengthy criminal history, ran from officers and allegedly pulled a gun. Two officers opened fire and shot him. He was taken to a hospital and pronounced dead. One officer was also shot in the leg during the incident, but the agency has not disclosed whether the man fired his weapon. The officer was treated and released. The Weber County Attorney’s Office is investigating the shooting, and the involved officers were placed on leave.

TOTAL FATALITIES/INJURIES: 1 fatality, 1 injury

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.sltrib.com/news/2025/04/04/white-supremacist-gang-member/
https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-news/northern-utah/ogden-police-officer-involved-in-shooting-friday-morning
https://www.heraldextra.com/news/2025/apr/04/ogden-gang-taskforce-officers-involved-in-fatal-shooting-of-robbery-suspect-one-officer-injured
https://kjzz.com/news/local/ogden-police-release-few-details-in-shooting-that-injured-officer-left-suspect-dead
https://www.standard.net/news/local/2025/apr/04/ogden-gang-taskforce-officers-involved-in-fatal-shooting-of-robbery-suspect-one-officer-injured

Luis Gomez

Age :41

Gender :Male

Race : Latino/a/e

Date : 04/04/2025

Location : 7420 South State Street

City : Midvale

County : Salt Lake

State : Utah

Agency : Unified Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Suicide

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

At approximately 3:20 a.m. on April 4, 2025, police attempted a traffic stop near 7200 South State Street in Midvale, Utah. The vehicle did not stop. Police escalated to a chase, during which a passenger, later identified as 41-year-old Luis Gomez of Provo, exited the vehicle and fled on foot. Officers found Gomez hiding in the bed of a dump truck at 7420 South State Street. He barricaded himself inside the truck bed and pointed a firearm at an officer’s head. A SWAT team responded, and after several hours of negotiations, Gomez died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://kutv.com/news/local/midvale-suspect-dies-of-self-inflicted-wound-after-armed-standoff-in-dump-truck
https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-news/suspect-dies-in-midvale-standoff-after-barricading-himself-in-dump-truck
https://www.sltrib.com/news/2025/04/04/provo-man-dies-during-midvale/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Unknown

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/13/2025

Location : Interstate 15 near mile marker 66

City : Cedar City

County : Iron

State : Utah

Agency : Utah Highway Patrol

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Police attempted a traffic stop on Interstate 15 near Cedar City, Utah. The driver did not stop, and police escalated a chase northbound. During the pursuit, the driver lost control of the vehicle, crashing near mile marker 66. The driver was killed at the scene.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/archive/2025/03/14/mgk-troopers-suspect-killed-following-police-chase-in-iron-county/

Boyd Paul Brooke

Age :41

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/09/2025

Location : Intersection of 1400 West and Snow Canyon Parkway

City : St. George

County : Washington

State : Utah

Agency : Washington County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Motorcycle driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/09/2025, Washington County deputies attempted to stop Boyd Paul Brooke, 41, while he was riding a stolen motorcycle eastbound on Sunset Drive near Dixie Drive in St. George, Utah. Brooke did not stop. Police chased him through multiple streets, reaching speeds over 65 mph and running stop signs. At the intersection of 1400 West and Snow Canyon Parkway, he collided with a minivan while attempting to maneuver between lanes at a red light. He was not wearing a helmet and was pronounced dead at the scene. The motorcycle had been reported stolen in 2023.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://890kdxu.com/fugitive-killed-in-southern-utah-crash-following-deputy-pursuit/
https://kutv.com/news/local/wanted-motorcyclist-dies-after-leading-a-sheriffs-deputy-on-pursuit-through-st-george

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/07/2025

Location : Interstate 15 near mile marker 36

City : New Harmony

County : Washington

State : Utah

Agency : Utah Highway Patrol, Washington County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Suicide

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On March 7, 2025, Utah Highway Patrol troopers attempted to stop a driver on Interstate 15 near mile marker 36, close to New Harmony in Washington County. The driver failed to comply, leading to a police chase. After the vehicle was halted, officers discovered the driver deceased inside from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Authorities have not released the driver's identity or additional details regarding the incident.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.ksl.com/article/51270585/driver-found-dead-from-self-inflicted-gunshot-wound-after-southern-utah-police-chase
https://ksltv.com/local-news/crash-i-15-police-chase/748140/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 02/06/2025

Location : Seasons of Layton apartment complex

City : Layton

County : Davis

State : Utah

Agency : Layton Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Unknown

Event : Killed during barricade situation

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On February 6, 2025, Layton Police Department officers responded to a domestic violence incident at the Seasons of Layton apartment complex in Layton, Utah. Upon arrival, officers reported that a man had fired shots and barricaded himself inside an apartment. Police secured the area, evacuated residents, and attempted negotiations. After multiple unsuccessful attempts to communicate, officers entered the apartment and found the man deceased. The circumstances surrounding his death are under investigation, and it is unclear whether the fatal injury was self-inflicted.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://kutv.com/news/local/man-barricaded-inside-layton-apartment-after-shots-fired-police-say
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nt4Z9UzCrlg

Name Not Disclosed

Age :17

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 01/03/2025

Location : 9400 South 4600 West

City : South Jordan

County : Salt Lake

State : Utah

Agency : South Jordan Police Department

Officer(s) : Not disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during auto theft investigation

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 01/03/2025, South Jordan Police Department officers responded to a reported vehicle theft near 9400 South 4600 West in South Jordan, Utah. Upon arrival, officers encountered a man inside a vehicle who allegedly fired at police. Police opened fire, and the man fled. Officers located him in a nearby backyard and engaged in a second shootout. The shooting is under investigation by the Officer-Involved Critical Incident Team. This was the 4th police shooting in Utah in 5 days.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://kslnewsradio.com/2168886/south-jordan-police-say-a-man-was-shot-and-killed-by-police-after-shootout/
https://ksltv.com/723107/man-shot-killed-by-police-after-firing-on-officers/

Eric Bertelsen

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/02/2025

Location : West Valley City

City : West Valley City

County : Salt Lake

State : Utah

Agency : West Valley City Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police after double homicide

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 01/02/2025, West Valley City Police responded to reports of a domestic disturbance at a residence. Upon arrival, officers found a man, suspected of killing his parents, in a confrontation with police. During the encounter, officers opened fire, killing the individual.
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TOTAL FATALITIES/INJURIES:
3 Fatalities

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.ksl.com/article/51221141/west-valley-couple-dead-son-suspected-of-killing-them-shot-killed-by-police

Kobie Davis

Age :27

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 01/02/2025

Location : 12400 S. Redwood Road

City : Riverton

County : Salt Lake

State : Utah

Agency : Salt Lake City Police Department, Taylorsville Police Department, Unified Police Department, Utah County Sheriff's Office, Utah Highway Patrol, West Valley Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during pursuit

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On January 2, 2025, officers attempted to apprehend 27-year-old Kobie Davis wanted in connection with a residential arson investigation in Salt Lake City. He did not stop. Officers escalated a high-speed pursuit through multiple counties in Utah in the Salt Lake area. The man allegedly fired several rounds at officers chasing him. Police deployed spike strips. The pursuit ended at approximately 12:30 AM on January 3, 2025, when he crashed his truck at a high rate of speed near 12400 South Redwood Road in Riverton, causing the vehicle to overturn. Police engaged him in a shootout and killed him.
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The investigation is being handled by the Utah County Attorney's Office.
TOTAL FATALITIES/INJURIES:
• Fatalities: 1

SOURCE LINKS :

https://ksltv.com/722724/man-killed-in-officer-involved-incident-after-multi-county-police-pursuit/
https://kutv.com/news/local/arson-suspect-shot-killed-by-police-after-multi-agency-chase-ends-in-riverton-crash
https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-news/northern-utah/6-utah-agencies-involved-in-deadly-shooting-and-chase-of-arson-suspect

Nathan Paul

Age :43

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 12/30/2024

Location : Near 650 North and 2300 West

City : West Point

County : Davis

State : Utah

Agency : Clinton Police Department

Officer(s) : Not disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during mental health crisis

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

During the December 30 encounter, Nathan Paul allegedly had some sort of unidentified weapon. Police opened fire and killed him. The shooting is being investigated by the Davis County Officer-Involved Critical Incident Protocol Team.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-news/northern-utah/1-dead-in-west-point-incident-involving-officer

Jeffrey Allen Blue

Age :45

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 11/23/2024

Location : 900 block of 1150 North Street

City : Ogden

County : Weber

State : Utah

Agency : Ogden Police Department

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during domestic violence

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 11/23/2024, Ogden Police officers were dispatched to a domestic-related call at a residence in the 900 block of 1150 North Street to assist a woman in retrieving her belongings. Officers encountered her estranged husband, 45-year-old Jeffrey Blue, who displayed confrontational behavior. Police stated that Blue made remarks about retrieving a gun and returned with what officers believed to be a handgun, later determined to be a replica firearm.
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An officer discharged their weapon, fatally striking Blue. The circumstances surrounding the shooting, including body-worn camera footage, remain under investigation. Police have not disclosed the identity of the officer involved or additional specifics about the interaction leading to the shooting. The "gun" turned out to be a replica.
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The Weber County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation into the incident.
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Last update: 11/26/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://ksltv.com/710074/ogden-police-say-man-brandished-handgun-replica-during-deadly-officer-involved-shooting/
https://ksltv.com/709374/one-man-dead-after-ogden-domestic-incident-leads-to-officer-involved-shooting/

Daniel Jack Monfore

Age :33

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 11/19/2024

Location : Old Highway 91

City : Washington county

County : Washington

State : Utah

Agency : Washington County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Bystander killed by police vehicle crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On November 19, 2024, a fatal crash occurred in Washington County, Utah, involving a motorcyclist and a deputy. The incident took place around 3:30 PM when deputies were en route to respond to a rollover crash on Old Highway 91. A deputy's vehicle collided with a 33-year-old motorcyclist near mile marker 15, resulting in the motorcyclist's death at the scene. The deputy sustained injuries and was transported to the hospital but was later released. The Utah Highway Patrol is investigating the crash, though the names of those involved have not yet been disclosed.
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Last update: November 21, 2024.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://gephardtdaily.com/local/utah-dps-to-investigate-after-motorcyclist-killed-in-collision-with-washington-county-sheriff-deputy/

https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-news/southern-utah/33-year-old-motorcyclist-killed-in-crash-with-washington-county-deputy

James Kudelka

Age :30

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 11/17/2024

Location : Unknown

City : West Haven City

County : Weber

State : Utah

Agency : Weber County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during domestic viole

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Weber County deputies were sent to a noisy domestic disturbance, where a man was locked inside of a home with a second person. Police entered the home, found him with a knife, and shot and killed him.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.abc4.com/news/northern-utah/man-dead-knife-officer-involved/

Anthony James Valdez

Age :46

Gender :Male

Race : Latino/a/e

Date : 10/13/2024

Location : Interstate 15 at 600 North

City : Salt Lake City

County : Salt Lake

State : Utah

Agency : Salt Lake City Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during erratic behavior

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Anthony James Valdez was reportedly running through traffic of the interstate 15. Police arrived and fired tasers at him. Police cornered him over a cement barrier. When they fired tasers at him, this caused him to fall 30 feet down onto the interstate and die. His believed to have been unarmed and no threat to police.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://gephardtdaily.com/local/pedestrian-dies-after-being-tased-by-trooper-falling-30-feet-from-slc-i-15-off-ramp/

https://www.aol.com/man-falls-death-getting-stunned-192551631.html

https://www.kutv.com/news/local/identity-released-of-pedestrian-accused-of-running-from-troopers-on-i-15-falling-to-death

https://www.abc4.com/news/wasatch-front/man-falls-i-15-overpass-dies/

Henry Chavez Jr.

Age :28

Gender :Male

Race : Latino/a/e

Date : 10/10/2024

Location : 3900 South and 300 West

City : Taylorsville

County : Salt Lake

State : Utah

Agency : Taylorsville Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during stolen car investigation

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Taylorsville PD reportedly located a stolen car. The contract escalated for unknown reasons and police shot and killed Henry Chavez Junior.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://gephardtdaily.com/local/1-dead-in-taylorsville-pd-officer-involved-shooting/

https://kjzz.com/news/local/victim-in-fatal-taylorsville-shooting-involving-police-identified

Lacee Nichole Kelly

Age :52

Gender :Female

Race : White

Date : 10/02/2024

Location : Valley Fair Mall

City : West Valley City

County : Salt Lake

State : Utah

Agency : West Valley City Police Department

Officer(s) : Not disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Bystander killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Police observed a man in a park smoking cannabis and began chasing him. He fled on foot and jumped in an electrician vehicle and continue to flee with police escalating a high-speed chase. This continued until the police chase crashed into a bystander, killing a 52-year-old woman.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-news/northern-utah/one-person-critically-injured-during-police-pursuit-crash-at-valley-fair-mall

Emma Gordhamer

Age :25

Gender :Female

Race : White

Date : 09/29/2024

Location : Antelope Drive

City : Layton

County : Comanche

State : Utah

Agency : Utah Highway Patrol

Officer(s) : Not disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Utah Highway Patrol chased a woman with a toddler in a van at high speed until the van crashed. The woman died and the toddler was critically injured. Police did not disclose why they undertook this life-threatening pursuit.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.ksl.com/article/51143329/police-pursuit-on-i-15-ends-in-deadly-rollover-crash

https://kutv.com/news/local/identity-released-of-woman-killed-in-layton-rollover-crash#

Michael Davies

Age :59

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 08/21/2024

Location : 2870 block of W Lindi Way

City : Layton

County : Davis

State : Utah

Agency : Layton Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Layton PD received a call about a suicidal man and responded. Police arrived at the residence and confronted the man. He reportedly came out of the house with two guns. Police shot and killed him.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://kslnewsradio.com/2128757/layton-city-officer-involved-shooting/

Jeremy Lundgreen

Age :46

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 08/20/2024

Location : 5650 South 2775 West

City : Roy

County : Weber

State : Utah

Agency : Roy City Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during traffic stop

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Roy City PD try to traffic stop Jeremy Lundgreen, who was wanted for enticing a minor. Police state that he pulled a gun and began firing. Police shot and killed him.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://kutv.com/news/local/suspect-dies-after-being-hospitalized-from-officer-involved-shooting-in-roy

Bryon Reese Tomney

Age :48

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 08/05/2024

Location : Haven Point Apartments at 2265 S 1100 W

City : Ogden/West Haven

County : Ogden

State : Utah

Agency : Ogden Police Department

Officer(s) : Not disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

A suicidal man was in an apartment with a “bladed instrument” And threatened harm. Police arrived and he died from suicide under police duress.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.facebook.com/WeberCountySheriffsOffice/posts/90806679

James Kudelka

Age :30

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 08/04/2024

Location : 2200 block of South 1100 West

City : Weber

County : Weber

State : Utah

Agency : Weber County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during mental health crisis

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Weber County deputies to a mental health crisis in which a man was allegedly intoxicated and holding two children hostage. Police alleged that when they arrived, he held an edged weapon, not otherwise specified. They shot and killed him, apparently in front of the children.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://kutv.com/news/local/weber-county-deputies-fatally-shoot-man-after-responding-to-911-call

https://m.kutv.com/news/local/weber-county-deputies-fatally-shoot-man-after-responding-to-911-call

https://gephardtdaily.com/local/west-haven-man-shot-killed-by-deputies-after-weber-co-sheriffs-office-says-he-threatened-children/

Jasmine Green

Age :34

Gender :Female

Race : White

Date : 08/01/2024

Location : I-70

City : Emery

County : Emery

State : Utah

Agency : Utah Highway Patrol, Emery County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Trooper Withers

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver, passenger and dog killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Utah Highway Patrol began chasing a vehicle for speeding. Police called Emery County deputies who joined the chase. Police escalated the chase until Matthew Koehler, Jasmine Green and their dog were ejected and died.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://gephardtdaily.com/local/victims-idd-after-emery-county-pursuit-fatal-crash/

Matthew Koehler

Age :26

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 08/01/2024

Location : -70

City : Emery

County : Emery

State : Utah

Agency : Utah Highway Patrol, Emery County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Trooper Withers

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver, passenger and dog killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Utah Highway Patrol began chasing a vehicle for speeding. Police called Emery County deputies who joined the chase. Police escalated the chase until Matthew Koehler, Jasmine Green and their dog were ejected and died.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://gephardtdaily.com/local/victims-idd-after-emery-county-pursuit-fatal-crash/

https://www.gofundme.com/f/funeral-for-matt-koehler