Wayne County Death Update: Authorities in Utah are investigating the suspicious deaths of three women in Wayne County and are seeking public help
Wayne County Death Update (Source: Social Media)
Wayne County Death Update: County officials in Utah have urged residents of Torrey and surrounding areas to take extra precautions following a string of suspicious deaths. Authorities from Sevier County are seeking public help to locate a vehicle potentially linked to the incidents.
On Wednesday, authorities discovered the bodies of three women at two separate locations in Wayne County, prompting a multicounty manhunt across southern and central Utah. The Utah Department of Public Safety reported that dispatch received a call about two deceased women found on a hiking trail Wednesday afternoon. A third woman was found dead at a home in Wayne County.
Authorities are requesting information regarding a 2022 White Subaru Outback with license plate U560YF, believed to be involved in the suspicious deaths. Anyone who has seen the vehicle within the last 24 hours is urged to call Sevier County dispatch at 435-896-6471.
Sevier County Emergency Management posted on Facebook, “We are looking for information on a 2022 WHITE SUBARU OUTBACK 10-28 UT/ U560YF suspected involvement in a suspicious death out of Wayne County. If you have seen this vehicle within the last 24 hours please contact dispatch at 435-896-6471. Further information will come from the Wayne County Sheriff's Office.”
There have been reports of suspicious deaths in Wayne County in Utah, with three women found dead at two different locations in the county on Wednesday. The victims were in their 30s, 60s, and 80s, but their names have not been made public.
The authorities have not given any information regarding what led to the death or whether it was murder. However, it should be noted that a multi-county manhunt has been initiated in search of a 2022 white Subaru Outback with license plate U560YF, which is suspected to be involved in the crime.
Wayne County officials confirmed that multiple law enforcement agencies are actively working in the area to ensure public safety. Residents have been advised to keep lights on, lock doors, and stay home or remain with others whenever possible.
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office wrote on Facebook, “Due to recent incidents that have occurred in Wayne County today, WCSO is asking that all residents take extra precautions, keep lights on, keep doors locked, remain home or with others this evening if possible. Multiple law enforcement agencies are currently in the area. Wayne County Sheriff's Office and the other law enforcement agencies are taking action to keep all residents safe.”
Residents who see anything suspicious are encouraged to call the Wayne County dispatch line at 1-800-356-8757.
The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office shared the alert, stating,“The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office has asked residents to stay inside, lock doors, and keep lights on due to recent incidents. Authorities are also looking for a 2022 white Subaru Outback possibly connected to a suspicious death in Wayne County. There is no confirmed threat in San Juan County, but please stay alert and report suspicious activity to dispatch or call 911.”
Officials in Garfield County noted that the situation no longer poses a threat locally but urged residents to remain vigilant. In Beaver, a public safety alert instructed residents in the Elm Tree Lane area to shelter in place, lock doors, remove keys from vehicles, and turn on outside lights.
The Wayne County School District announced school closures for Thursday and Friday, March 5 and 6. The Wayne Community Health Center and Kazan Memorial Clinic also confirmed closures on Thursday, March 5, citing public safety concerns.
The FBI is aware of the developments in Wayne County. Spokeswoman Sandra Yi Barker in Salt Lake City stated that while the agency is monitoring the situation, it is ready to assist local authorities if required.
Authorities continue to investigate the suspicious deaths and are asking residents to report any unusual activity immediately. Law enforcement agencies across multiple counties are coordinating to ensure public safety while pursuing the suspect.
