Suspect Arrested After Multi-State Manhunt Linked to Three Utah Killings

Authorities apprehended the suspect in Colorado after a search that spanned several states.

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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Authorities have taken a suspect into custody following the discovery of three women killed in rural Utah, ending a search that stretched across several states. The investigation began Wednesday when reports surfaced of two women found dead on a hiking trail near Torrey, and a third victim located inside a residence elsewhere in Wayne County. The suspect fled in a vehicle belonging to one of the victims, leading to a multi-state manhunt before the suspect was apprehended in Colorado.

Why it matters

The killings have shaken the small community of Torrey and raised concerns about public safety in the rural area. The multi-state manhunt also highlights the challenges law enforcement can face in tracking down suspects who flee across jurisdictions.

The details

According to the Utah Department of Public Safety, the suspect fled in a white 2022 Subaru Outback belonging to one of the victims, traveling through southern Utah, across Arizona and into Colorado. The car was later discovered abandoned in Pagosa Springs, and after a brief search in the area, officers located and arrested the suspect without incident. Officials have not yet publicly identified the suspect or the victims, and law enforcement has not revealed how the deaths occurred or whether the victims knew the suspect.

  • The investigation began on Wednesday, March 4, when authorities received reports that two women had been found dead on a hiking trail near Torrey.
  • A third victim was located inside a residence elsewhere in Wayne County on the same day.

The players

Utah Department of Public Safety

The state law enforcement agency leading the investigation into the three killings.

Lt. Cameron Roden

A spokesperson for the Utah Department of Public Safety who provided updates on the case.

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What they’re saying

“There are no ongoing threats to the public, and investigators have no outstanding suspects.”

— Utah Department of Public Safety (kbzn.com)

What’s next

Detectives continue to process multiple crime scenes in the Torrey and Lyman areas as the homicide investigation moves forward.

The takeaway

This tragic case highlights the need for vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement agencies when dealing with violent crimes that cross state lines. The small community of Torrey will likely be shaken by the loss of three lives, underscoring the importance of providing support and resources to help residents cope with the aftermath.