Do itbecause you can have it all. Trooper Kunz We want to recognize in particular on Mothers Day our Utah Highway Patrol Troopers who are also mothers. 4:30 a.m. The vehicle was occupied by two individuals. ALTERNATE [], The third full week in August has been designated as Drowsy Driving Awareness Week in Utah, so well be sharing information about the dangers of drowsy driving and how everyone can help prevent episodes of it. The Hyundai then crossed the southbound [], On Thursday, May 26, 2022 at approximately 1700 hours, Three motorcycles were traveling north on SR-191 nearing the 258 MM. WHO During 2019, male drivers were two times more likely to drive drowsy than female drivers. pic.twitter.com/3lUCCmQ8Pz. The school bus drifted off the right shoulder of the roadway into the dirt for a [], Now that kids are back to school and summer activities are winding down, The Utah Highway Patrol is looking to end the 100 deadliest days on a positive note. 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The van rolled multiple times. The agencies receiving new [], At about 5:15 pm on Saturday, December 21st, 2019, Emery County Sheriffs Office Dispatch Center received information on a possible DUI driver. You can visit ourrequired documentationpage to see what works as proof. Multiple vehicles were stopped when the driver of the motorcycle clipped the right rear corner of an Ford F150. On Saturday, June 20, 2020 around 3:30pm, a 43 year old male was traveling above the posted speed limit going eastbound on I-80 near milepost 158 on a 2011 Harley Davidson. Conditions at this location were wet and stormy. Police agencies [], At 8:44 PM on 4/4/2022, Tooele County Dispatch received a call about a disabled vehicle on westbound I-80 at mile marker 5. Unattended cooking was by far the leading contributing factor in cooking [], Davis County Troopers are asking for the publics help in identifying the owner/owners and/or driver/occupants of the vehicle pictured below. It happens all the time And it happens because we are good people with good intentions. Agency: Utah Highway Patrol Initial Description: A Dodge Dakota Truck was traveling north on I-15 near mile marker 230, the roadway conditions were wet and it was raining. [], On March 26, 2020, the Department of Homeland Security released the following statement regarding REAL ID enforcement deadline. UHP joins UDOT, the Utah Pofessional Towing Alliance, and the Honoring Heros Association to share tips and experiences from working traffic scenes. The UHP says the accident occurred near milepost 248 at 10:56 a.m. When officers arrived they confirmed [], This morning just prior to 8:30 a semitruck with a trailer was stopped on 400 N preparing to turn right on SR-126 to go south inMarriot Slaterville. A UHP trooper arrived shortly after the accident occurred and attempted life saving [], New Design to Help Prevent Fraud and Protect Identities Whats new The Utah Department of Public Safetys (DPS) Driver License Division will begin issuing a new, more secure driver license and identification card design. The Utah Highway Patrol was out in force to help make that possible. Violations will be called out to nearby marked units who will take appropriate enforcement action to educate or cite. The driver pulled to the right shoulder of the roadway after he smelled smoke. The new office is located at2277 west [], DPS Incident Notification 7751 (Crash Other / Initial Information / Sent: 02-18-2020 15:16) Section: 7 // District: C Date: 02-18-2020 Time: 12:40 Location: US-189 Mile Post: 20 Travel Direction: North Inv. Its time to put things back in order. A UHP Trooper encountered [], At approximately 5:22 PM on Friday, January 8, a white Honda passenger car was traveling west on 300 North in Beaver, Utah at a high rate of speed. A white Kenworth with double trailers was eastbound in the same area occupied by a single female driver. His name has not yet been released. Cybercriminals attempt to lure users to click on a link or open an attachment that infects their computers, creating vulnerabilities for criminals to use to attack. A disaster, by definition, is an event that overwhelms your resources. Sometimes, it doesnt seem like Utah is going to have the devastating earthquake that weve been talking about for years. The Honda failed to at stop at the T intersection east of I-15. A four [], Department of Public Safety Commissioner Jess L. Anderson released the following statement on the passing of Chief William Bill ONeal: I was saddened to hear of Chief William Bill ONeals passing. Enforcement: Utahns can expect to see an increase in DUI enforcement from August 18th September 6th, 2021. Our roads are safer today and the integrity of the CDL licensing process is maintained as a result of this investigation and prosecution. Major []. On this New Years Eve, just like previous [], On December 27, 2020 at approximately 2:46 pm, A Toyota pickup truck was traveling eastbound on I-80 at milepost 60. It impacted nearly head on with the Audi. The driver lost control of the vehicle and went off to the right. Pollard Crash details On August 1, 2021, at about 5:34 am, Sergeant Pollard with the Utah Highway Patrol was investigating an abandoned vehicle in relation to another incident near 2800 South on I-215 West. SBIs Chief Brian Redd welcomed the attendees, who represented multiple agencies including: South Salt Lake PD, West Valley City PD, UTA Police, University of Utah PD, Tooele City PD, Cottonwood Heights PD and DPS. Of those violations, a imitation license plate was being used on the vehicle. Gary Herbert created the Be Ready Utah campaign in response to his visit to Louisiana, which was ravaged by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. In partnership with the FBI, DPS agents work together as one to combat cyber crimes that affect businesses, state entities and members of our [], The Department of Public Safetys (DPS) Operation Rio Grande Task Force and the DPS Criminal Interdiction team has compiled the following narcotics seized since the start of Operation Rio Grande on August 14. Update 12/1/21 9:00 a.m.Investigators confirmed that a fifth vehicle was also shot in the incident. The driver continued and noticed that he had damage to his vehicle so he came [], On June 8, 2022, at 0523, we received reports of an auto pedestrian crash through dispatch. It is often is one of the biggest drinking nights of the year, and this, unfortunately, means more drunk drivers on the roads. As the vehicle ran off the road to the right, it struck the rear of a pedal cyclist that was traveling on the northbound shoulder. Pollard was seated [], For Immediate Release Officers share their crash stories to help spread the Move Over message. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) announced that its National Response Team (NRT) has joined the investigation into the Underwood Fruit and Warehouse Company Fire that occurred on October 18, 2017 at approximately 5:30 AM. The Highlander failed to yield to a Nissan high occupancy van that was traveling [], On 7/3/2021 at 7:01 AM a crash occurred on northbound I-15 at mm 194.5. Your security and the security of the nation depends on making secure online decisions. But imagine that a disaster hits a far-off place, such as Texas [], Its cold and snowy across most of the state, but the best motorcyclists know there is no off-season. The Silverado was turning off of SR-89 onto a side road. A semi-truck traveling north on Hwy 87 did not see the pedestrian directing traffic and struck him. The Honda crossed the center line and impacted the [], For Immediate Release: Police Agencies throughout Salt Lake & Utah Counties to Participate in Covert Distracted Driving Enforcement What: Law Enforcement Officers across Salt Lake & Utah Counties will utilize an unmarked van with spotters sitting inside looking for violations of Utahs distracted driving laws. These fatalities involved: [], The Utah Department of Public Safety, Statewide Information and Analysis Center (SIAC), is supporting thePark City Police Department in its security planning and preparations for the 2018 Sundance Film Festival. The caller was a driver of a semi-truck that stated he stopped at the Flying J on 900 West and 2100 South. Here are the poll results with [], In January 2009, an altercation between two rival gangs occurred on the west side of Salt Lake City. The rider was traveling in lane one [], On August 16, 2020, at 2317, troopers received calls about a vehicle traveling westbound in the eastbound travel lanes near Morgan City. The summit discusses ideas and ways to improve public safety by bringing professionals from multiple disciplines of public safety together for two days. As the truck went into the gore area, it rolled onto the drivers side and ejected the load of landscaping boulders it was hauling. The rider of the motorcycle suffered fatal injuries in the crash. The pickup struck the semi on [], A dispatch from the State Emergency Response Teams monthly training Today at DPS, we joined the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) for their monthly training. Agency: UHP Initial Description: On Friday, May 1st, 2020, at about 1030 hours, [], DPS Incident Notification 7878 (Crash Fatal / Supplemental Information / Sent: 04-29-2020 02:14) Section: 11 Date: 04-28-2020 Time: 21:23 Location: I-15 Mile Post: 129 Travel Direction: North Inv. a 59-year-old Colorado resident (pedestrian) was directing a backing maneuver of a co-worker, operating a semi-truck on Hwy 87 milepost 3.5 at the 6000 South intersection. UPDATE: This version fixes a couple of errors in jurisdictions from the version that was emailed to the news media. The operation included 6 Troopers, 3 spotters, and 1 driver that focused on distracted drivers in Salt Lake County. Sed dapibus lacus turpis, varius facilisis eros tincidunt ac. As a result of the warrants, six foreign nationals were arrested. The semi drifted off the left shoulder for an unknown reason. A Honda Accord was NB on 89/91 near milepost 20 in Wellsville. A Toyota 4-Runner was in the center lane and a semi-tuck pulling a tanker trailer was in the right lane. However, there were still 36 drug-related arrests. Presented by the Department of Public Safety (DPS), the safety fair will feature free family activities, safety demonstrations, and local favorites and prizes. The driver of the Ford stopped and got out of the Ford. A white sedan was traveling westbound at the same location. He made a passenger side approach and was interacting with the driver and co-driver. MEDIA ALERT: Illegal Drug Findings and Public Warning May 10 at 9:00 a.m. Commissioner Squires Joins Governor on Tour of Wind Damaged Neighborhoods, Utah Highway Patrol / State Bureau of Investigation Seize Mass Quantity of Meth, DPS Responds to CDL Fraud Conviction After Multi-Year Investigation, DPS Officials Participate in Mental Health Crisis Conference, News release: President Signs Disaster Declaration for Utah, DPS Celebrates National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, Telephone Scam Using UHP Registered Phone Number, DPS Helicopter Crew and Sheriffs Accidentally Save Stranded Family of 4, News release Gov. Dog and cat antibiotics are medications prescribed by a veterinarian that can help treat a bacterial infection. A deer stepped out onto the road in the lane of travel. The suburban struck the deer, ran off the []. One of our Troopers located the maroon Ford Focus near Parish lane and [], On April 2, 2022, UHP Lt. Jacob Cox intercepted a vehicle that entered a construction zone and would have crashed into construction workers were it not for his attentiveness. This study has been the cornerstone for developing,implementing and evaluating occupant protection programs in the state. Croft can discuss motorcycle safety tips and recent fatality numbers. As part of Operation Rio Grande, Department of Public Safety (DPS) State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) Agents served their 23rd search warrant. Blocking the I-15 northbound to westbound and the southbound to eastbound ramps. Utah Highway Patrols Lt. Todd Royce was recently featured on Fox 13s 3 Questions with Bob Evans. The driver, who was the sole occupant, received fatal injuries in [], Updated Building Codes SupportMitigation and Disaster Discovery Funding The 42nd Annual Building Safety Month is being observed this month around the world in an effort to raise awareness of increased building safety. The driver drove off the right side of the road. The Ford ran off the roadway to the left then over-corrected back to the right. The Volvo semi was approaching slow to stopped traffic in the number three lane just prior to the Union Park westbound merge. A second UHP Trooper was in the area and joined in [], On Friday, April 15, 2022, at about 2:14 am, Troopers were alerted by dispatch of a wrong-way vehicle that was traveling northbound in the southbound lanes on I-15. If you are involved in an accident, move off the road to the nearest exit if you are able. The Ford struck a delineator post [], On January 21, 2022, at 10: 37 PM, a semi-truck pulling three trailers was traveling westbound on I-80 near milepost 11. Source: National Fire Protection Association, Utahs AMBER Alert Plan will be tested on Sunday, January 13, 2019, as part of National AMBER Alert day. The vehicle was first reported at mile 104 on I-80. Nationally, over the last threeyears (2019-2021), there have been 155fatal struck-by incidents. But, [], Significant Updates: Latest statistics During this past week, the numbers of jail booked arrests are decreasing as Operation Rio Grande continues. What Is Lane Filtering? Friends can be selected, links clicked, websites accessed, and wireless networks can be joined. When Alyson Simkins husband Michael wouldnt buckle up, [], Significant Updates: Latest statistics: the numbers of jail booked arrests are continuing to decrease as Operation Rio Grande continues. Details on the Wrong-Way Fatal Crash on I-15 NB to I-215 EB from April 19th, 2021. Original callers observed the vehicle near 700 east and notified police. The vehicle [], On Thursday, March 17, 2022, at about 1:10 am, witnesses reported a reckless driver that had hit the concrete barrier and several construction cones was now eastbound on I-80 in the westbound lanes. Both drivers were the sole occupants of their vehicles. The female passenger was not wearing a seat belt and was ejected from the vehicle. The driver and passenger of the [], On Tuesday July 13, 2021, at about 3:05 am, Tooele County received several reports of a possible body laying in the right lane at MP 25, eastbound I-80. The driver and a passenger were both unrestrained and ejected from the vehicle. In a short time you can create new ones in seconds. Before presenting her with a special retirement shadow box, crime lab Director Jay Henry reflected on Pilars career. The sole occupant was a 48 year-old [], 61 Alcohol-related fatalities in 2021; UHP says these are 100% preventable WHAT: The Utah Highway Patrol is teaming up with The Western States Traffic Safety Coalition and 11 western states to deter, detect, and remove impaired drivers from our roadways. The car swerved to avoid a tire tread in the roadway. And while many people are making plans for travel and a final weekend of fun before fall arrives, were [], Around 7 oclock PM, a concrete pumper truck failed to stop at the intersection of Highway 89 and Bear Lake Boulevard in Garden City, Utah. Utah Highway Patrol Statewide weekend recap. Geoffrey Hall responded to the area and located a minivan facing the wrong way near mile marker 232, [], Thanksgiving fire facts Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires, followed by Christmas Day, Christmas Eve, and the day before Thanksgiving. As the driver approached the T-intersection with SR-30, known as Bear Lake [], With Halloween right around the corner and the World Series in full swing, some things you might see this weekend are witches, ghosts, ninjas, scary clowns, and Dodgers and Red Sox fans. DPS Commissioner Keith [], In 2013, Utah Governor Gary Herbert asked each state agency to become more efficient and gain a greater value for every tax dollar invested. Critical Injury Crash on Highway 30 Milepost 29. With the continued [], During the annual National Fusion Center Association (NFCA) Training Event, November 7th -9th, 2017, in Alexandria, VA., Stephen Gilley received the prestigiousExcellence in the Field of AnalysisAward. He was last seen Wednesday evening in Hanna before he crashed his red 1999 Toyota Tacoma truck on SR-208 mile marker 8. The number of arrests with a use of force was zero during week 10. On Thursday, November 21st, DPS Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Law Enforcement Academy held graduation exercises for Law Enforcement Officer Session #345. Emergency responders across the country work tirelessly to help save lives at the scene of traffic [], During the week of November 10-16, the goal is to increase awareness of the dangers emergency responders face and remind drivers to slow down and move over.