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[Jesse J]

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* UPDATE *

Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash

Moab Rim Jeep Trail

April 20, 2021 4:00 PM

The victims of the motor vehicle crash which occurred on April 17, 2021 at 1:35 PM on the Moab Rim Jeep Trail have been identified as Brian Peters (age 56) of Peoria, Arizona and Jason Chapman (age 47) of Phoenix, Arizona.

As is routine in crashes resulting in a fatality the Utah Highway Patrol conducted an inspection of the involved vehicle. At this time, and based on witness statements, the cause of the crash is believed to be a mechanical failure. However, the investigation remains active.

Investigators have reviewed multiple statements from witnesses that provide additional clarity to the events leading up to the crash. Witnesses stated that the two occupants completed an obstacle known as “Devil’s Crack”, and exited the vehicle to assist others with clearing the obstacle. The two victims then re-entered the vehicle. Witnesses described hearing a loud pop, and then observed the vehicle rolling backwards towards the obstacle and cliff edge. The vehicle rolled several times, tumbling over the cliff edge, coming to rest below.

We again express our deepest condolences to the families of the victims of this terrible tragedy.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash

Moab Rim Jeep Trail

April 17, 2021, 1:35 PM

On April 17, 2021, at 1335 hours, Grand County Dispatch received a 911 call in regards to a vehicle rollover on the Moab Rim Jeep Trail. Upon arriving on scene, emergency personnel located two subjects who had been involved in the vehicle crash. Both were pronounced deceased on scene. The driver of the vehicle is a 56 year old male out of Arizona. The passenger was a 47 year old male, also out of Arizona. As notifications are being made to the family of the victims, we will not be releasing names at this time.

The cause of the accident is still under investigation at this time. Preliminary information from witnesses of the crash cite a possible mechanical issue that led up to the accident. The accident investigation will be conducted by the Moab City Police Department with aid from the Grand County Sheriff’s Office and the Utah Highway Patrol.

Our hearts and prayers go out to the families of the victims. May you find peace through this time.

Thank you to the several agencies which responded to assist; Grand County Sheriff’s Office, Grand County Search and Rescue, Moab Valley Fire Department, Grand County EMS, and the Utah Highway Patrol.

Media inquiries can be directed to:

Sgt. Braydon Palmer

Moab City Police Department

Public Information Officer

bpalmer@moabcity.org

[Pete M]

that sucks.