MILLCREEK, Utah. (THECOUNT.COM) — Authorities have identified the man killed in a pedestrian crash near St. Mark’s Hospital on January 17 as Anthony Aragon, 41.
According to family members, Aragon was struck by a vehicle while walking near the intersection of 3900 South and 1200 East in Millcreek shortly after being discharged from St. Mark’s Hospital. He was transported back to the hospital in critical condition but later died from his injuries.
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The Unified Police Department confirmed the driver involved in the crash remained at the scene. Officials said the investigation into the cause of the incident is ongoing, and no further details about the driver or vehicle have been released.
Family members reported that Aragon had been discharged from the hospital. He was walking near the hospital when the crash occurred, and emergency responders were called to the scene immediately following the incident.
Aragon’s sister, Myshal Gu, confirmed that he had checked himself into St. Mark’s Hospital due to illness but did not provide specifics regarding his stay. She said he had just been discharged and was walking in the area near the hospital when he was struck.
The crash took place in a section of Millcreek with moderate traffic and nearby residential areas. Emergency responders, including Unified Police Department officers and Millcreek EMS, responded quickly to the scene. First responders provided medical aid and transported Aragon back to St. Mark’s Hospital for further treatment.
The Unified Police Department is reviewing surveillance footage, witness statements, and traffic data to determine the sequence of events leading to the crash. Authorities are also coordinating with hospital security and local traffic officials to evaluate pedestrian safety in the area.
The intersection of 3900 South and 1200 East is a known corridor connecting residential areas to local medical facilities, and police noted that pedestrian traffic can increase near hospitals during daytime hours. Officials are urging anyone with additional information about the incident to contact the Unified Police Department.
Aragon is survived by his 13-year-old daughter. No additional personal details have been released, and authorities have emphasized that the investigation is ongoing. Police are currently determining whether environmental conditions, pedestrian behavior, or other factors contributed to the crash.
The Unified Police Department has requested that anyone who witnessed the crash, or who may have relevant video footage from nearby businesses or residences, come forward to assist with the investigation. Authorities reminded the public that leaving the scene of a pedestrian crash is a serious violation of Utah law.
St. Mark’s Hospital officials declined to comment on the incident beyond confirming that emergency services were involved and that a patient had been transported back to the hospital following the crash.
Residents in the area have expressed concern about pedestrian safety near busy intersections around medical facilities, and city officials have previously studied measures such as crosswalk enhancements, improved signage, and speed control in hospital-adjacent areas. It is unknown if any of these measures would have affected the outcome in this incident.
Law enforcement and local traffic authorities continue to investigate and review the circumstances of the crash. No charges have been announced, and police have not released any further information regarding the vehicle or driver.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding this incident to contact the Unified Police Department. Calls can be made directly or submitted through official channels for anonymous reporting.
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