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Elderly Man Convicted of 1978 Murder at Lafayette Reservoir Dies in Prison

VACAVILLE, Calif. — Darryl T. Kemp, an 88-year-old man once sentenced to death for a high-profile murder from the 1970s, passed away due to natural causes this past weekend, state officials reported. Kemp, who had been incarcerated at the California Medical Facility, was pronounced dead at 9:45 p.m. Saturday, according to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Kemp was found guilty in 2009 for the murder of Armida Wiltsey, a crime that occurred on …

Man Dies in Colorado Fireworks Explosion at Quincy Reservoir

AURORA, COLORADO – Authorities are conducting an investigation into an accidental death in Colorado following a deadly fireworks explosion near the Quincy Reservoir in Aurora. The incident claimed the life of a 42-year-old man from Strasburg. Law enforcement was alerted to an explosion at the Grandview Dog Park on East Quincy Avenue in the early hours of Thursday. Reports indicate that three individuals had come from Strasburg to visit local food and beverage establishments before …

Series of Fatal Crashes Prompt Investigation of Dangerous Intersection at Deer Creek Reservoir

HEBER CITY, Utah – A series of fatal accidents along US Highway 189 near Deer Creek Reservoir in Heber City have raised concerns about road safety and the need for potential changes to prevent further tragedies. The most recent incident occurred last Saturday, claiming the life of 24-year-old Cory Hughes. Hughes was traveling southbound on the highway when his motorcycle collided with a Toyota Prius crossing the road from Main Canyon Road. This intersection has …

Two People Safely Cross Frozen Lake After Small Plane Crashes into Pineview Reservoir, Prompting Airplane Recovery Process

HUNTSVILLE, Utah – A single-engine plane crash into Pineview Reservoir left two individuals stranded on a frozen lake on Friday. Despite the plane sinking into the water, both occupants managed to escape without any injuries, according to Weber Fire District officials. Weber Fire District Chief, Paul Sullivan, reported that the plane crashed into the water, with the occupants safely making their way onto the ice. The incident occurred as the occupants were performing touch-and-go maneuvers …