Watch Command Log Reporting Period:

6 a.m. Friday, July 17, 2020 – 6 a.m. Saturday, July 18, 2020

SALT LAKE CITY — The Salt Lake City Police Department receives hundreds of calls for service each day. Not all calls result in a report or arrest. Compiled by Watch Commanders in the field, the Watch Log is a summary of events that stand out to them in a given 24-hour period. Call times listed are approximate and typically reflect the first call received by SLC911 (Dispatch) for a given case. Items contained herein are based on information available at the time of its release and should not be interpreted as an admission or finding of guilt. Arrest information may differ from formal charges filed by the prosecuting agency. To see a list of completed calls for service in the last 48 hours, visit slcpd.com/policecallsforservice.

1:57 a.m.
Shooting

1845 S. 5200 W.

20-125879 

The suspects and victims were watching street racers in the area when an argument ensued, and shots were exchanged between the two groups who then fled the area. Officers located one of the involved vehicles and stopped it. The passenger in the vehicle had a superficial gunshot wound to his leg and would not cooperate with the investigation, he was taken to a local hospital for treatment. Officers were able to locate the initial scene and found shell casings as well as damage to two nearby buildings and another vehicle.

Department, please call (801) 799-3000. To remain anonymous, text us your crime tips to 274637. Start the text with the keyword TIPSLCPD (which routes it to SLCPD), then a space, followed by the relevant information or photos. Reference: crimetip

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