Author: Kevin Thompson

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH — A 15-year-old boy, initially charged with murder in a case that was initially declined as self-defense by the Salt Lake County District Attorney’s Office, appeared in juvenile court on Wednesday, marking a significant new development in his ongoing legal battle. Emiliano, who had previously entered a plea agreement for manslaughter in the death of a probation fugitive high on methamphetamine who allegedly robbed him at gunpoint, saw his plea agreement vacated. This latest move leaves the future of his case uncertain, as his attorney pushes for his release and the disqualification of the DA’s office…

Nephi, Utah — A dramatic vehicle pursuit that ended in a crash and subsequent standoff shut down both directions of Interstate 15 in Juab County on Wednesday afternoon. The incident, which occurred near mile marker 222, approximately two miles south of Nephi, prompted a large law enforcement response and caused significant traffic disruptions. According to Lt. Cameron Roden with the Utah Highway Patrol, officers attempted to conduct a routine traffic stop when the driver of the vehicle led them on a high-speed chase. The pursuit ended when the suspect crashed on the interstate. However, the situation escalated further when the…