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Utah Department of Public Safety Press Releases

129 Press Releases
  • Published on August 24, 2025 - 23:30 GMT

    SR-40 MM 154 Fatal (Jensen, Utah)

    A John Deere Backhoe was being followed by and escorted by a pickup truck traveling eastbound on SR-40 near mile post 154(Ashley Creek St). The backhoe and pickup truck attempted to turn left. At this time, an eastbound gray Toyota Camry attempted to pass …

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  • Published on August 4, 2025 - 17:36 GMT

    SR-144 / Tibble fork wild Fire and Evacuations

    SR-144 at the junction with SR-92 in Utah County is closed due to a fire near Tibble Fork Reservoir. Troopers are assisting local departments with evacuating the area for safety.

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  • Published on July 25, 2025 - 15:02 GMT

    Cache County Fatal Motorcycle Crash

    On Thursday, July 24, 2025 at approximately 10:48 pm, a black 2024 Kawasaki motorcycle was traveling westbound on SR-101, in Blacksmith Fork Canyon. At milepost 10, the roadway curved to the right. The driver was unable to negotiate the curve and ran off …

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  • Published on July 15, 2025 - 10:47 GMT

    Media Release: State Leaders to Announce New Developments in Utah’s Fight Against Fentanyl

    Salt Lake City, UT — On Monday, July 14 at 10:30 a.m., Utah’s top leaders in public safety, health, and drug enforcement, alongside federal partners, will hold a press conference to share a progress update on the Governor’s Fentanyl Task Force. Since its …

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  • Published on July 9, 2025 - 00:10 GMT

    I-80 Incident Results in a Fatality

    On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at about 1:10 pm, a green Subaru Forrester was southbound on I-15, at 500 South. The driver suffered what appeared to be a medical episode. The vehicle veered to the right, grazing the concrete barrier. The vehicle continued …

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  • Published on July 7, 2025 - 14:41 GMT

    Public Relations Coordinator

    Public Relations Coordinator Job Summary: Responsible for acting as a liaison between the Executive Board, the media and emergency responder agencies and other groups statewide. Accountability: Acts as liaison between ...

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  • Published on July 7, 2025 - 14:41 GMT

    Regional Coordinator

    Category / CISM Volunteer Job Descriptions

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  • Published on July 7, 2025 - 14:40 GMT

    Spouse Team Representative

    Spouse Team Representative Job Summary: Responsible for acting as a liaison between the executive Board and CISM spouse team members. Accountability: Acts as liaison between spouse team members and the ...

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  • Published on July 7, 2025 - 14:40 GMT

    Team Secretary

    Team Secretary Job Summary: Performs varied secretarial work including, mailing, answering correspondence, and extensive record-keeping for the Utah CISM Team. Receives assignments and coordinates work through the Chairperson, the Executive Board, and the …

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  • Published on July 7, 2025 - 14:40 GMT

    Peer Support Coordinator

    Category / CISM Volunteer Job Descriptions

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  • Published on July 7, 2025 - 14:40 GMT

    Technical Specialist

    Technical Specialist Job Summary: Manage data on team shared drive. Maintain and make changes to training curriculum as directed by the board. Create training videos as necessary and store on shared drive. Update training materials as needed. Other duties …

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  • Published on July 7, 2025 - 14:40 GMT

    Nurse Representative

    Category / CISM Volunteer Job Descriptions

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  • Published on July 6, 2025 - 20:42 GMT

    Fatal Crash I-80 WB MM 110

    On July 6, 2025, at approximately 0920 hours, a semi-truck and trailer was traveling westbound on I-80 near mile marker 110. For an unknown reason, the vehicle left the roadway to the left and went into the center median. The vehicle rolled over onto its …

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  • Published on July 2, 2025 - 14:55 GMT

    Visualizing DUI’s Impact: Utah DPS to Unveil Arrest Awareness Display

    Salt Lake City, UT – In the wake of more than 11,000 DUI arrests in 2024, the Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS) wants the public to visualize this number through a demonstration of 11,440 aluminum cans, each representing a DUI arrest made in Utah in …

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  • Published on June 28, 2025 - 04:07 GMT

    Fatal Motorcycle Crash, Eastbound I-84, MP 97.

    On June 27, 2025, at approximately 8:47 AM, a red Harley Davidson motorcycle was traveling eastbound on I-84 near milepost 97 in the left lane. For an unknown reason, the ...

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  • Published on June 27, 2025 - 22:25 GMT

    Serious Injury Crash, Eastbound I-180 MP 191.

    On June 27, 2025, a Chevrolet Pacifica was traveling eastbound on I-80 near milepost 191 in lane one. A Peterbilt semi-truck, pulling a trailer, was slightly ahead of the Pacifica ...

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  • Published on June 25, 2025 - 14:53 GMT

    Utah Highway Patrol Works With Local Law Enforcement as Troopers Take on Bangerter Highway Starting July 1st

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 25, 2025 Statewide Collaboration Strengthens Public Safety and Reflects Utah’s Growth Salt Lake City, UT — Starting July 1, 2025, the Department of Public Safety’s (DPS) Utah Highway Patrol (UHP) will serve as the lead agency for …

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  • Published on June 19, 2025 - 17:04 GMT

    Summit County Multi-vehicle Crash

    https://dps.utah.gov/news On Thursday, June 19, 2025, at approximately 5:03 am a Buick SUV was traveling eastbound I-80 near milepost 146 and hit an elk. The vehicle became disabled and parked on the right shoulder. A Chevy Cruze then collided with the elk …

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  • Published on June 5, 2025 - 22:29 GMT

    Utah DPS Highlights Dangers Of Unsecured Loads, Urges Drivers to “Tie It Down”

    Utah Highway Patrol (UHP) responds to over 70 road debris calls daily MEDIA AVAILABILITY (June 5th, 2025): As National Secure Your Load Day approaches on June 6th, the Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS) is issuing a critical reminder to all drivers: …

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  • Published on May 27, 2025 - 16:37 GMT

    Fatal Crash SR-40 Near Mile-Post 15

    On May 27, 2025, at approximately 0815 hours, a Nissan Xterra was attempting to make a left hand turn to go eastbound on SR-40 near mile-post 15. At the same ...

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