URGENT UPDATE: A suspect is on the run following a shocking incident in Utah County where a pickup truck collided with a car intended as a Christmas gift. The crash occurred just before 9:30 a.m. on Christmas Day, leaving the community rattled and searching for answers.
The Payson Police Department confirmed that the suspect crashed a white Ram pickup truck into the front yard of a home, striking a “young lady’s surprise Christmas present.” Eyewitnesses reported that the truck was parked on the street near the Payson fire station when the driver fled the scene at a dangerously high speed, putting residents at risk.
The homeowner confronted the driver, prompting the high-speed getaway. Police have launched a manhunt for the suspect and are actively seeking the public’s help in identifying the vehicle. The truck is described as a newer model with tinted windows, and authorities believe the license plates may be from Idaho.
Officials are urging anyone who may have seen the truck or noticed fresh damage on a neighbor’s vehicle to come forward. They emphasized the community’s safety, stating, “the suspect put the community in an extreme amount of risk.”
The shocking nature of this incident, particularly on a holiday meant for celebration, has left many residents feeling uneasy. Police are committed to apprehending the driver and restoring peace in the area.
WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Investigators are continuing to track down leads and are likely to provide updates as new information becomes available. If you have any tips that could assist in the investigation, please contact the Payson Police Department immediately.
Stay tuned for more developments on this urgent story.
