Eighth victim adds to growing list of sex abuse charges against ex-fire captain 

SALT LAKE CITY — Another woman has come forward in the ongoing sexual abuse case against Christopher Burk, Salt Lake City fire captain and EMT instructor. The latest allegations add to the already extensive list of charges; Burk faces 16 felonies.

New victim reports to police

According to the amended information filed by the Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office, Burk is accused of violating several female students by touching them inappropriately as well as having some of them touch him inappropriately. The new victim reported that Burk sexually abused her during a class in October of last year.

How far back the alleged sexual abuse occurred

The amended information outlines a pattern of abuse spanning several years, with incidents occurring between August 2019 and November 2024. Victims reported that Burk used his position of authority to manipulate and intimidate them, often conducting inappropriate assessments in isolated settings, including class demonstrations, after-class tutoring, and ride-alongs with the Salt Lake City Fire Department. Burk worked as an EMT instructor for Salt Lake Community College and Canyons Technical Education Center. The alleged assaults happened at both schools and at the Salt Lake City Fire Department. He has been terminated from both schools as well as the Salt Lake City Fire Department. https://ksltv.com/ksl-investigates/exclusive-body-camera-shows-former-fire-captains-reaction-to-sex-abuse-charges/757860/

Burk faces 16 sexual abuse charges

The District Attorney's Office has charged Burk with 15 counts of forcible sexual abuse and one count of attempted forcible sexual abuse, all felonies. His trial is scheduled for June 4th.

Have you experienced something you think just isn’t right? The KSL Investigators want to help. Submit your tip at investigates@ksl.com or 385-707-6153 so we can get working for you.

If you have experienced sexual violence, you can access help and resources by callingUtah’s 24-hour Sexual Violence Help Lineat 1-801-736-4356 (English) or 1-801-924-0860 (Spanish). You can also call theRape Recovery Center office lineduring office hoursat 801-467-7282 or theNational Sexual Assault Hotlineat 1-800-656-4673 for free, confidential counseling.

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