Author: Kevin Thompson

Ogden, UT – Ogden Police Chief Jake Sube released a statement regarding former Officer Colten Johansen, condemning his conduct as indefensible and a serious violation of law, department policy, and public trust. Chief Sube said Johansen was immediately placed on administrative leave, referred to an independent criminal investigation, and terminated within days of allegations coming to light in October 2024. He emphasized that the department acted decisively to ensure accountability and fully cooperated with the investigation. The chief addressed misinformation surrounding the case, clarifying that Johansen will not return to law enforcement and that his certification has been revoked by…

Ogden, UT – The Ogden Police Department reported a fatal crash on the evening of March 27 after officers attempted to stop a stolen vehicle in the 2800 block of Quincey Avenue. Officials said the driver failed to yield, striking a police vehicle before fleeing at high speeds. The suspect vehicle ultimately collided with another car at the intersection of 31st Street and Grant Avenue. The second vehicle was occupied by two adults and six children. An 11-year-old child was ejected during the collision and died, while the other seven occupants sustained injuries ranging from critical to non-life-threatening. The driver…