Salt Lake City Man Arrested After Woman Found Covered in Blood

Suspect faces charges of aggravated assault and kidnapping after alleged attack

Jan. 29, 2026 at 3:07pm

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A 55-year-old Salt Lake City man has been arrested and charged with aggravated assault and kidnapping after a woman was allegedly found covered in blood inside his apartment. According to police, a witness heard the woman screaming to be let out before officers responded and found the victim with visible injuries to her face.

Why it matters

This incident highlights ongoing concerns about domestic violence and the need for law enforcement to respond quickly to reports of distress. Salt Lake City has seen an increase in violent crime in recent years, with assaults and other attacks being a particular focus for local authorities.

The details

Demian Edgar Austin Robbins was arrested on Wednesday after a witness called 911 reporting hearing a woman screaming "Let go of me, you're hurting me" from Robbins' apartment. When police arrived, Robbins initially claimed there was no woman inside, but officers could hear her yelling. The victim, who had a possible broken nose and damaged cheekbone, told police that Robbins had barricaded the door and slammed her head into the ground multiple times when she tried to leave.

  • The incident occurred on Wednesday, January 29, 2026.

The players

Demian Edgar Austin Robbins

A 55-year-old Salt Lake City resident who was arrested and charged with aggravated assault and kidnapping.

The Victim

A woman who was allegedly found covered in blood inside Robbins' apartment, with visible injuries to her face including a possible broken nose and damaged cheekbone.

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What they’re saying

“Let go of me, you're hurting me”

— The Victim (Witness account)

“I always put a trash can and a bicycle in front of my door when I have company”

— Demian Edgar Austin Robbins, Suspect (Police account)

“I elbowed the victim in the face to prevent her from leaving”

— Demian Edgar Austin Robbins, Suspect (Police account)

What’s next

Robbins is being held in jail pending a bail hearing. The victim was taken to the hospital for treatment of her injuries.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for continued vigilance and action against domestic violence in Salt Lake City. While the details are still emerging, it serves as a reminder that more can be done to protect vulnerable individuals and ensure swift justice for those accused of such crimes.