Fatal I-15 Rollover and Liquor Store Shooting Raise Concerns About Road Rage

Investigators looking into whether aggressive driving may have played a role in a deadly crash and a separate shooting incident.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 12:07am

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A woman died in a rollover crash on Interstate 15 in South Salt Lake, and investigators are looking into whether another vehicle and possible road rage were factors. This incident comes on the heels of a recent shooting at a state liquor store in Taylorsville that also had a road rage component, raising renewed concerns about aggressive driving on Utah's roads.

Why it matters

Road rage incidents have become an increasingly concerning issue in Utah, with fatal crashes and violent confrontations highlighting the dangers of aggressive driving behaviors. Authorities and safety experts are urging drivers to remain calm, avoid escalating confrontations, and prioritize their own safety when encountering aggressive drivers on the roads.

The details

In the I-15 rollover crash, a Dodge Charger traveling northbound went off the right side of the road and rolled, with the driver and a passenger being ejected as neither was wearing a seatbelt. Investigators have identified another vehicle, a Honda Civic, that may have been involved, and are exploring whether road rage or aggressive driving could have played a role. This incident follows a recent shooting at a Taylorsville liquor store, where the suspect faces felony charges with a road rage enhancement.

  • The I-15 rollover crash occurred around 4:30 pm on Sunday, March 3, 2026.
  • The Taylorsville liquor store shooting took place last week prior to the I-15 incident.

The players

Utah Highway Patrol

The law enforcement agency investigating the I-15 rollover crash and looking into the possibility of road rage as a factor.

Lowell Finney

A retired engineer and safety program manager for Salt Lake City who is now a defensive driving instructor and advocates for improved road safety measures.

Tyler Traveon Mhaka

The suspect in the Taylorsville liquor store shooting who faces felony charges with a road rage enhancement.

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What they’re saying

“We tell people to stay focused. You are trying to get from point A to point B — do it in a safe manner.”

— Lowell Finney, Defensive Driving Instructor

“Take a deep breath, slow down, create distance, don't engage with those other individuals that are driving aggressive. If you start to be followed, drive somewhere safe like a police station. Call the police. We will respond, but just don't engage, don't give them what they want. Create that distance and make sure that you are safe.”

— Lt. Brian Peterson, Utah Highway Patrol

What’s next

Investigators will continue to interview witnesses and review evidence to determine if road rage was a factor in the I-15 rollover crash. The suspect in the Taylorsville liquor store shooting is currently in the Salt Lake County Jail facing felony charges with a road rage enhancement.

The takeaway

These incidents highlight the growing problem of road rage on Utah's roads, with fatal crashes and violent confrontations raising concerns about the need for increased driver education, safety measures, and law enforcement efforts to address aggressive driving behaviors and protect the public.