West Valley City, Utah – A tragic and disturbing incident unfolded in West Valley City as a 46-year-old man was arrested for the alleged hatchet attack death of his father. According to court documents, the suspect, Jeremy Ross Pulver, reportedly beat his father, John Pulver, to death and then fled the scene. A witness called dispatch to report the incident, leading to Jeremy’s arrest shortly after.
The witness at the scene shared chilling details of the crime, revealing that Jeremy had filled his father’s mouth with baking soda after the attack to ensure he was dead. First responders discovered John deceased with apparent head trauma, confirming the witness’s account. Jeremy was apprehended not long after the incident and taken in for questioning at the West Valley City Police Department.
During questioning, Jeremy confessed to the heinous act, claiming that his father had expressed a desire to die due to his elderly condition. Jeremy claimed that he worked up the courage to carry out the killing, using multiple methods before resorting to the hatchet. He admitted to striking his father multiple times with the hatchet until he stopped fighting back.
Evidence at the crime scene supported Jeremy’s statements, with the officer involved recommending that he be held without bail due to the potential danger he posed to the public. Additionally, another incident involving Jeremy allegedly pointing a firearm at someone during an argument was under investigation by Clearfield Police, further highlighting concerns about his behavior.
Jeremy Pulver was ultimately jailed without bail for investigation of murder, a first-degree felony, as authorities continued to piece together the details of this tragic and senseless crime in West Valley City. The community was left in shock and mourning as the full extent of the brutality of this case unfolded.