A West Haven family is desperate for answers after their 5-year-old was struck in a hit-and-run just steps from their home. The child was injured and, according to the family, the driver took off before anyone could get a clear look at the vehicle.
In a video segment posted March 3, the family told KSL TV they have almost no details to work with and are pleading with neighbors to check any doorbell or dash-cam recordings. They hope someone’s footage will capture enough of the car or driver to help investigators track them down.
Investigators Ask For Witnesses
The Weber County Sheriff's Office is handling the case and is asking anyone with information to contact Weber Area Dispatch at 801-395-8221. Deputies are urging residents to save any surveillance or cellphone video from the time of the crash and share it with detectives so they can piece together what happened.
Hit-and-Runs And Pedestrian Safety
Hit-and-run crashes and pedestrian injuries remain a serious safety concern across Utah, and recent statewide numbers show an increase in roadway deaths during high-risk months. As Deseret News reported, officials and traffic safety advocates say rising crash totals make witness cooperation and camera footage more important than ever for solving cases.
Potential Legal Consequences
Under Utah law, leaving the scene of a crash that results in injury can lead to serious criminal charges, ranging from misdemeanors to third-degree felonies when injuries are severe. Legal summaries explain that penalties can include jail time, fines, and action against a driver’s license, with prosecutors deciding what to file after reviewing the evidence. More detail on the statute is outlined by Recording Law.
The family says neighbors are shaken and they are asking anyone who saw anything on the morning of the crash to come forward. Video of the family’s appeal and the full segment are available for anyone who might recognize the vehicle or have footage to share through KSL TV.
