Salt Lake City, Utah – The tragic events of a double murder in Millcreek Canyon in 1982 continue to haunt Carla Booth decades later. The latest episode of “The Letter’s” second season, titled “Ripple Effect,” delves into the harrowing details of the second man killed in this horrifying incident.
On that fateful day in March, Carla woke up with a sense of dread that only intensified as the day progressed. She couldn’t shake the feeling that something terrible was going to happen, especially concerning her husband, Buddy Booth. Despite her pleas for him to stay home due to the treacherous weather conditions, Buddy, a dedicated worker, insisted on heading out to his job at Peerless Laundry.
As Buddy set out for work, little did he know that his routine delivery route to Log Haven, a popular restaurant nestled in Millcreek Canyon, would lead to a chilling encounter. Upon arriving, Buddy stumbled upon a shocking scene – a man lying motionless in the snow, a victim of a brutal crime that would soon claim Buddy’s life as well.
The aftermath of the murders left Carla, a young widow with two young daughters, in a state of shock and disbelief. Her world turned upside down as she grappled with the sudden loss of her husband and the harsh reality of raising their children alone.
In a surprising turn of events, the suspect in the murders, Log Haven manager Michael Moore, confessed to the heinous crimes in a detailed account that left investigators and the victims’ families reeling. The revelation of Moore’s actions only fueled the desire for justice, with calls for the most severe punishment under the law.
As the case unfolded, Assistant District Attorney John T. Nielsen recognized the gravity of the situation and the need to ensure that the perpetrator faced the full extent of the law. For Carla and others impacted by the senseless violence, the pursuit of justice became paramount in their healing process.
Decades later, the ripple effects of that snowy day in Millcreek Canyon continue to be felt by those involved, a stark reminder of the enduring impact of tragedy on individuals and communities alike. Through the retelling of this heartbreaking story, “The Letter” sheds light on the profound loss and the quest for closure that persists to this day.