Author: Kevin Thompson

OGDEN, UT — A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with an arson that destroyed an under-construction apartment building in Ogden over the weekend. The fire, which was reported at approximately 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, quickly engulfed the building, located across from the Ogden Public Safety Building at 2186 Lincoln Avenue. Ogden Fire Chief Mike Mathieu confirmed that the blaze consumed the structure in a matter of hours, despite the efforts of firefighters who battled the flames and worked to protect surrounding buildings from the spreading fire. Firefighters remained on scene for several hours, fighting to prevent further damage…

Salt Lake, UT – Salt Lake City Police are investigating an alleged kidnapping and assault that occurred last month when a man reportedly forced a security guard into his vehicle and demanded a ride. The incident, which took place on January 7, around 10 p.m., has led to potential charges of aggravated assault and aggravated kidnapping. According to police reports, 37-year-old Joshua Emmett Barnes approached the security guard, who was stationed at 1594 W. North Temple. Barnes allegedly demanded a ride from the guard, and when the request was refused, he became aggressive. Police say that Barnes forcibly entered the…