SALT LAKE CITY — One person was killed Saturday night in a crash on the west side of Salt Lake City.
SLCPD said the crash happened around 7:15 p.m. at the intersection of 900 West and 200 South. Three* cars were involved.
One person was pronounced dead at the scene. A minor was also injured and taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The suspect, 24-year-old Colby William Bia, was arrested for automobile homicide, along with three additional felonies and four misdemeanors. Police said there were open containers of alcohol in his car and he showed physical signs of impairment. He also allegedly fought with officers as they took him into custody.
The deceased victim was identified as 42-year-old Ernesto Puga.
According to court documents, Bia ran a red light at the intersection and T-boned Puga's vehicle.
Drivers should expect delays in the area. SLCPD said the intersection will be closed for several hours as the investigation continues.
*SLCPD initially reported two cars involved, then later corrected this information in an update.
