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SALT LAKE CITY — A driver suffered critical injuries when their vehicle struck a utility pole in downtown Salt Lake City Wednesday morning, according to police.
The Salt Lake City Police Department said delays and road closures are expected near South Temple and West Temple due to the crash, in a post on X. Police said the crash involved an SUV. They are investigating speed and impairment as possible factors.
More information was not immediately available.
Expect delays and road closures near South Temple Street and West Temple Street as we investigate a crash involving a SUV.
— Salt Lake City Police (@slcpd) May 8, 2024
The driver crashed into a utility pole and has critical injuries.
Speed and impairment may be factors.
TRAX is not impacted.#SLC#SLCPD#SaltLakeCitypic.twitter.com/97f7VfHjHL
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