TOOELE, Utah — An 18-year-old driver has been charged with automobile homicide following a deadly crash in Tooele County that killed his 16-year-old passenger. The incident occurred early Sunday morning when Jaxon Douglas David Wood was driving a white truck that left the roadway and crashed, resulting in the death of his passenger, Conner Russell. According to officials, Wood, who was allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs, is now facing several serious charges. In addition to automobile homicide, he is charged with reckless endangerment, possession and consumption by a minor, and possession of a controlled substance. Tooele…
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Salt Lake City, UT — Christopher Burk, a former captain with the Salt Lake City Fire Department, appeared in court Tuesday for a preliminary hearing regarding allegations of sexual assault involving multiple students during an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) class. Burk, who was dressed in prison garb, listened as victims and witnesses provided testimony about the incidents that allegedly occurred under his supervision. Two of Burk’s former students testified during the hearing, recounting separate instances of abuse. According to court documents, one victim described how Burk invited her to stay after class for a “review” of first aid assessments. The victim…

