A police officer in Santaquin, Utah, tragically died after being hit by a semi-truck on I-15. The suspect fled the scene but was later apprehended. The community and Utah leaders came together to mourn the fallen officer through memorials, processions, and social media posts.
Lt. Mike Wall of the Santaquin Police Department expressed the department’s devastation over the loss, emphasizing that they stand united as a family. The community showed their support by placing flowers on a police patrol car turned memorial and flying flags at half-staff.
Residents of Santaquin expressed their solidarity with the fallen officer’s family and the law enforcement community. Utah leaders, including Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson and Gov. Spencer Cox, offered their condolences and prayers for the officer’s loved ones.
Gov. Cox commended the bravery of law enforcement officers who responded to the incident, pledging to support the fallen officer’s family. The community rallied around the grieving family, showing their unwavering support for those who serve and protect.
