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Published on January 18, 2025
Fatal Five-Vehicle Collision on I-80 in Salt Lake County Claims Tooele Man's LifeSource: Google Street View

Last year on January 16, a serious collision took place on westbound I-80 at 7200 West in Salt Lake County, leading to fatal consequences. The Utah Department of Public Safety reported that the multi-vehicle crash happened at around 7:42 pm, involving five vehicles, and was instigated by a rear-ending incident that ignited a fire.

Initial investigations revealed that slowdowns occurred due to two separate accidents west of the location. Amidst the reduced traffic pace, a pickup truck identified as Vehicle One crashed into the rear of a passenger car, Vehicle Two. The violent impact not only resulted in both vehicles bursting into flames but also set off a chain reaction involving three additional cars. The aftermath was grim: a 47-year-old man from Tooele, who was driving the second vehicle, tragically lost his life, and the 33-year-old male driver of the pickup suffered severe injuries, necessitating urgent medical attention at a local hospital.

In light of the incident, the authorities took immediate action by shutting down westbound traffic on I-80 at the 7200 West junction. Motorists were rerouted to an alternative path via the 7200 West westbound off-ramp to ensure safety and facilitate emergency response. The road closure and the subsequent investigation into the crash impacted the traffic flow significantly, emphasizing the gravity of the situation.