SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — A driver died in a fiery crash after fleeing from police near 5600 W and 1700 S on Saturday night.
According to the Salt Lake City Police Department, officers responded to reports of a possible street racing event. Upon arrival, the driver of a Ford Mustang fled the scene, and police did not pursue the vehicle.
Witnesses reported that the Mustang lost traction, veered off the road, and collided with a pole, igniting a fire. The driver sustained fatal injuries, possibly from the collision or subsequent flames. Authorities could not confirm the identity of the deceased due to the condition of the body.
Police believe the driver may have been the vehicle's owner, who had a prior history of fleeing from law enforcement. The Medical Examiner's Office will verify the identity through DNA analysis.
No other injuries were reported, and police made no arrests in connection with the incident.