Violent — West Valley City, UT — reported 2026-07-14

SUMMARY

A stranger attacked and stabbed a kiosk worker multiple times at Valley Fair Mall in West Valley City, Utah.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Violent
  • Location: West Valley City, UT
  • Date reported: 2026-07-14
  • Suspect: age 48
  • Status: arrested

REPORTED DETAILS

  • The attack occurred just before 3 p.m. on July 14, 2026, at Valley Fair Mall in West Valley City, Utah.
  • The attacker was a 48-year-old man who targeted the worker 'because of his religion,' according to police.
  • The victim suffered more than 15 stab wounds and was hospitalized in critical condition.
  • Several bystanders tackled the attacker, pinned him to the ground, and wrestled the knife from his hand before police arrived.
  • The attacker was booked into the Salt Lake County jail after receiving medical treatment.