PUBLIC RELATIONS UNIT

February 1, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media Contact Information: PolicePRUnit@slcgov.com

SLCPD Investigating Shooting in Glendale Neighborhood

SALT LAKE CITY — Tonight, the Salt Lake City Police Department is investigating a shooting in the Glendale neighborhood.

This investigation started at 6:43 p.m. on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, when SLC911 received a call about a shooting at 1665 South Riverside Drive.

Officers responded and found a man with a critical gunshot wound.

SLCPD officers, the Salt Lake City Fire Department, and bystanders performed life-saving aid on scene.

Other officers secured the area, located witnesses, and started to search for the suspect and any potential evidence.

Based on available information, the suspect took off before officers arrived.

Gold Cross Ambulance took the victim to the hospital in critical condition. At this time, there are no further updates on the man’s condition.

Detectives believe this is an isolated incident. There does not appear to be any imminent danger to the community.

Detectives and SLCPD Crime Lab technicians remain on scene investigating.

A PIO responded to the scene and provided regular community updates.

Photos taken on scene are being released. Media may use these photos with proper credit to the Salt Lake City Police Department.

Anyone with information on this case should call 801-799-3000 and reference case number 23-22963.

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