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Your trusted source for public safety updates in Cedar Valley. From crime reports and fire department news to emergency preparedness and disaster response, we keep you informed and ready.
An 18-year-old Eagle Mountain resident is facing 31 criminal charges after police say he and two juvenile accomplices attempted to break into multiple vehicles across Eagle Mountain in the early morning hours of Sunday, March 23. According to the Utah County Sheriff’s Office, Colton Roger Jones and the two juveniles targeted at least 18 vehicles…
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In a new development in the Eagle Mountain road rage case that resulted in two fatalities, Michael Alan Landen, the driver of the Nissan Maxima, has been formally charged with two counts of Negligent Homicide (Class A Misdemeanor) and Reckless Driving (Class B Misdemeanor). This follows the charges already filed against Peterson Drew Matheson, the…
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PROVO, UTAH – Peterson Drew Matheson was sentenced on January 6, 2025, in the Fourth Judicial District Court, Judge Kasey L. Wright presiding, following a guilty plea to manslaughter charges stemming from a fatal collision on June 4, 20231…. The incident, which occurred on Cory B. Wride Memorial Highway in Eagle Mountain, Utah, resulted in…
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A recent study by Siegfried & Jensen has shed light on Utah’s most dangerous roads, highlighting critical safety concerns despite the state’s well-maintained highways. Using data from Consumer Affairs and the Utah Department of Public Safety, the study reveals alarming crash statistics and identifies key factors contributing to road hazards. Shocking Crash Statistics The numbers…
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Emergencies can strike unexpectedly, and being prepared is crucial for ensuring your safety and well-being. From winter storms and wildfires to earthquakes, disasters can disrupt daily life in many ways, but taking proactive steps now can make a significant difference. Intermountain Health’s Emergency Management Coordinator, Sara Paice, shares practical tips to help you and your…
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On June 4, 2023, a devastating car accident in Eagle Mountain, Utah, claimed the lives of two individuals. Over a year later, Peterson Drew Matheson, the man responsible for the tragedy, pleaded guilty to two counts of manslaughter. This plea deal, reached on November 19, 2024, dismissed several other charges, focusing on accountability for the…
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The Utah Judicial Performance Evaluation Commission (JPEC) has seen a remarkable 58% increase in website traffic as voters seek information about judges ahead of the upcoming election. This surge, with over 30,000 visits recorded shortly after mail-in ballots were distributed, reflects a growing commitment among Utah voters to make informed judicial choices. JPEC’s website offers…
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After a pretrial conference that was held on September 11, 2024 Judge Robert Lund scheduled a Jury Trial in the case of Peterson Drew Matheson vs. State of Utah. Matheson is being charged for the deaths of Rodney Michael Salm and Micheala Himelberge on June 4, 2023. Matheson has pleaded Not Guilty and will be…
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On June 4, 2023, Peterson Drew Matheson was charged with a Road Rage incident that resulted in the deaths of two individuals as well as manslaughter and and reckless driving charges. At 1:00 PM on Feb 8, 2024, via a WebEx court hearing a Jury Trial date of October 7-11 was set. A pre-trial conference…
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On January 30, 2014, Cory Wride was shot and killed in Eagle Mountain on SR-73 while doing a routine check on a vehicle that had stopped on the side of the road. This traffic stop leads to his murder, a multi-agency manhunt, a carjacking, another officer being shot, and witnesses and bystanders re-evaluating what is…
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