Christian Cody Facer could spend decades in prison if he serves the maximum terms on a string of convictions stemming from the 2021 crash that killed beloved Salt Lake City baker Thy Vu Mims, co-founder of Mims SLC.
A judge on Thursday ordered consecutive sentences totaling two 1-15-year terms and two 0-5-year terms, meaning each prison term will run one after the other rather than at the same time.
Sentence Breakdown
As reported by FOX13, Facer pleaded guilty in January to multiple charges, including second-degree felony murder.
A Third District Court judge sentenced Facer to 1-15 years for felony murder, 1-15 years for second-degree failure to stop at the command of police, and two 0-5-year terms for driving under the influence and obstruction of justice. The judge ordered all four sentences to be served consecutively.
How The Chase Unfolded
The crash occurred on Oct. 16, 2021, after officers attempted a traffic stop and Facer took off, triggering a high-speed pursuit in which he ran stop signs and a red light, according to The Salt Lake Tribune.
His pickup collided with Mims' SUV near 500 North and 1200 West in the Fairpark neighborhood. Mims died at the scene, a passenger sustained a traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures, and a dog in the vehicle was also killed.
Mims' Life And Community
Thy Vu Mims co-founded Mims SLC with her husband and was a familiar face in Salt Lake City's food scene, known for her breads and community involvement.
Her death sparked fundraising efforts and an outpouring of tributes from friends, customers, and fellow businesses, as documented by KSL. She left behind two young children.
Level Of Intoxication And What Comes Next
Investigators determined Facer's blood-alcohol concentration was 0.354 at the time of the crash, roughly seven times Utah's legal limit, and court records show prior DUI convictions, according to FOX13.
With the prison terms ordered consecutively, any eventual release date will depend on Utah sentencing rules, credits, and any future appeals.
