Search Underway for Potentially Armed Suspect After Cedar City Truck Theft

Police say the suspect crashed a stolen Ford F250 and fled on foot, possibly armed with a handgun.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 4:50pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a slightly damaged car key fob, reflecting the harsh light of a direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually representing the aftermath of a vehicle theft.The aftermath of a stolen vehicle incident exposes the vulnerability of personal property and the risks posed by potentially armed suspects.Salt Lake City Today

The Cedar City Police Department is searching for a suspect who allegedly stole a red Ford F250 truck and crashed it in the area of the Bicentennial Park skate park between 4 and 5:15 a.m. on Tuesday. The suspect, described as a man wearing a black ski mask and hoodie, fled the scene on foot and may be armed with a handgun.

Why it matters

Vehicle thefts and property crimes are an ongoing concern for many Utah communities, and the possibility of an armed suspect at large raises public safety issues that local law enforcement must address quickly.

The details

According to police, the suspect stole the Ford F250 before crashing it near the Bicentennial Park skate park. He then fled the scene on foot, heading northbound. Authorities believe the suspect may be armed with a handgun based on the information available.

  • The incident occurred between 4 and 5:15 a.m. on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

The players

Cedar City Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the stolen vehicle and search for the suspect.

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What’s next

The Cedar City Police Department is actively searching for the suspect and urging the public to come forward with any information that could aid in the investigation.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in addressing property crimes and the risks posed by potentially armed suspects in Utah communities.