Utah County, UT – Authorities are investigating a fatal crash Wednesday night involving a Utah Highway Patrol trooper and a pedestrian near the intersection of Lake Mountain Road and Pole Canyon Boulevard.
According to the Utah County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and investigators responded to the scene at approximately 9:40 p.m. Wednesday after reports of a vehicle striking a pedestrian. Officials said the vehicle involved was driven by a Utah Highway Patrol trooper who was on duty in a non-emergency capacity at the time of the collision.
Investigators said an adult male pedestrian was walking in the area with an adult female when he was struck. The male pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene due to injuries sustained in the crash. Authorities confirmed the female pedestrian was not injured, and the trooper also did not sustain injuries.
Because the incident involved law enforcement, the Utah County Officer Involved Critical Incident (OICI) Protocol Team was activated to handle the investigation. Officials said the OICI team is now leading the case to ensure an independent review of the circumstances surrounding the crash.
The Utah Highway Patrol is fully cooperating with the investigation, according to the sheriff’s office. No additional details about speed, lighting conditions, or potential contributing factors were immediately released.
The intersection of Lake Mountain Road and Pole Canyon Boulevard experienced temporary disruptions Wednesday night as investigators processed the scene. Motorists in the area were advised to use caution and expect possible delays.
Authorities emphasized that this remains an active and ongoing investigation. Additional information, including the identity of the deceased, is expected to be released at a later time once next-of-kin notifications are complete.
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