Salt Lake City police are in an active manhunt for 5-foot-7, 300-pound Lovell Grant after an aggravated assault, warning the public that he is armed and dangerous and should not be approached. Officers said Grant was last seen on foot near 600 South and 540 East, wearing green gym shorts with yellow stripes and white tennis shoes.
In a social media alert, the Salt Lake City Police Department said Grant is wanted in connection with an aggravated assault and is considered armed and dangerous. The alert reiterated that he was last seen leaving the area of 600 S 540 E on foot and described him as about 5-foot-7 and 300 pounds, wearing green gym shorts and white tennis shoes. Anyone who spots him is urged to call the department's non-emergency line at 801-799-3000 and reference SLCPD case 26-52354.
Where He Was Last Seen
Police say Grant left the neighborhood on foot, and officers are canvassing the area and chasing down tips as they come in. As reported in coverage of the department's push for extra overtime funding this year, SLCPD leadership has argued that boosted staffing helps officers move faster when violent incidents erupt, as per Hoodline.
How To Report Tips
If you see Grant, police say do not approach him under any circumstances. Per the Salt Lake City Police Department, anyone with information should call the non-emergency number at 801-799-3000 and reference SLCPD case 26-52354, or call 911 immediately if there is an active or dangerous situation.
