Mosiah Vae Taumoepeau has been remanded to the custody of the Utah County Jail with an order to Hold Without Bail. The charges range from Class B Misdemeanors to 3rd Degree Felonies.
The initial arrest was made on June 21st after the Utah County Sherrifs office was notified of a subject breaking in to a automobile. Mosiah Taumoepeau was taken into custody and arrested on June 21st. He was then charged with the following 25 charges.
- Charge 1: Attempted Burglary of a Vehicle – Class B Misdemeanor
- Charge 2: Attempted Burglary of a Vehicle – Class B Misdemeanor
- Charge 3: Manufacture/Possess Burglary Tools – Class B Misdemeanor
- Charge 4: Burglary of a Vehicle – Class A Misdemeanor
- Charge 5: Theft – Value < $500 – Class B Misdemeanor
- Charge 6: Unlawful Acquire/Possess/Transfer Financial Card – 3rd Degree Felony
- Charge 7: Unlawful Acquire/Possess/Transfer Financial Card – 3rd Degree Felony
- Charge 8: Unlawful Acquire/Possess/Transfer Financial Card – 3rd Degree Felony
- Charge 9: Burglary of a Vehicle – Class A Misdemeanor
- Charge 10: Theft – Value < $500 – Class B Misdemeanor
- Charge 11: Unlawful Acquire/Possess/Transfer Financial Card – 3rd Degree Felony
- Charge 12: Unlawful Acquire/Possess/Transfer Financial Card – 3rd Degree Felony
- Charge 13: Unlawfully Possess ID of Another – Docs of 3-99 Individuals – 3rd Degree Felony
- Charge 14: Burglary of a Vehicle – Class A Misdemeanor
- Charge 15: Burglary of a Vehicle – Class A Misdemeanor
- Charge 16: Burglary of a Vehicle – Class A Misdemeanor
- Charge 17: Burglary of a Vehicle – Class A Misdemeanor
- Charge 18: Burglary of a Vehicle – Class A Misdemeanor
- Charge 19: Burglary of a Vehicle – Class A Misdemeanor
- Charge 20: Burglary of a Vehicle – Class A Misdemeanor
- Charge 21: Burglary of a Vehicle – Class A Misdemeanor
- Charge 22: Burglary of a Vehicle – Class A Misdemeanor
- Charge 23: Burglary of a Vehicle – Class A Misdemeanor
- Charge 24: Property Damage/Destruction – Loss < $500 – Class B Misdemeanor
- Charge 25: Theft/Receiving – Value < $500 – Class B Misdemeanor
A hearing was held on June 26th where an additional court date was set for July 11th. Taumoepeau has been assigned a public defender due to the fact the court has found him indigent and unable to afford legal council. Taumoepeau will be held at the Utah County Jail without bail until he appears remotely before Judge James Brady on the 11th.
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.
