Recently the Utah County Sheriff’s office released a press release about an individual that was traveling at 115 in a posted 55 zone. The event occurred on 9/20/2022 at 4:38 am. The individual was traveling on Cory B Wride Memorial Highway heading towards Cedar Fort.
The Utah County Sheriff’s Office posted the following on their Facebook Page. “115 MPH in a 55 MPH zone. A 43 year old man was stopped for going 60 (yes SIXTY) MPH over the speed limit on SR-73 in Eagle Mountain at 4:38 AM this morning. If you crash at that speed you will die. Plain and simple! Don’t become a deadly statistic!” They included the following images with their post.
How rampant is speeding in Eagle Mountain? If you follow the Facebook pages of several of the community groups, you notice that it is a common subject. But another common subject is complaining about people going the speed limit in the left lane, and not allowing others to break the speed limit.
To answer these questions, I turned to court documents. You can look up the docket for the Justice Court online. Below is a list of some of the cases that are on the docket so far.
- Christian M – Speeding 49/40
- Joshua L – Speeding 49/35
- Tinaya L – Speeding 44/35
- Juan, P H – Suspended License – Disregard of Traffic Control Device
- Paul Q A – Right of Way-Stop Signs – No Proof of Insurance
- Kendrick R – Speeding 75/70
- Danielle S – Speeding 46/35
- Zachary S – Speeding 49/40
- Jarrad N – No Insurance
- Ryan P – Suspended License – Drug Paraphernalia
- Braxton W – Speeding 65/55 – Under 21 with Alcohol in Body
- Johan L – Speeding 35/25
- Jeffery R – Failure to remain at the scene of an accident
- Jacob F – No Proof of Insurance
- Carlos F R – Never obtained a license – operating a vehicle
- Dekyn I – No Insurance
- Luis R T – Suspended License – Possession of Marijuana/Spice
- Jayden B – Failure to Display License Plate – Operating without insurance
- Isabel K – No Insurance
- Kyle H – No Insurance
- Juan D – Speeding 44/35
- Benjamin B – Expired Registration – Revoked License – No Insurance
- Chelsea D – Expired License
- Thomas R – Right of Way-Stop Signs – Speeding 30/25
- Thomas R – Speeding 40/35
- Preston L – Speeding 45/35
And this list is just for the courts until the end of September, the list continues if you look into what is posted for October and on.
Mike Kieffer – Editor-in-Chief, Cedar Valley Sentinel
Mike Kieffer is a dynamic leader and community advocate based in Eagle Mountain, Utah. He serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the Cedar Valley Sentinel, a local publication dedicated to informing, inspiring, and elevating the Cedar Valley community through honest and accurate journalism. With a passion for fostering connections, Kieffer has made it his mission to highlight local businesses, provide reliable news, and support community development.
Beyond his editorial role, Kieffer is the owner of Lake Mountain Media, LLC, a company specializing in media and communications, and the co-owner of Quail Run Farms, which focuses on sustainable farming and community engagement. He also actively contributes to the local economy and culture as a member of the Eagle Mountain Chamber of Commerce.
Kieffer’s dedication extends to preserving and promoting the history and heritage of the Cedar Valley area. He often participates in community-centered events and media, including podcasts that explore the unique aspects of life in the region. Through his varied endeavors, he remains a steadfast advocate for the growth and enrichment of the local community.