Officials seek to identify driver near scene of crash that killed teen in Midvale

MIDVALE, Utah (ABC4) — On Saturday, March 22, a 17-year-old driver was killed after crashing into a parked semi-truck while attempting to avoid another driver. Now, police are seeking the public’s help in the investigation.

The driver — identified as a student at Hillcrest High School — was pronounced dead at the scene. The passenger, a 19-year-old, was taken to a local hospital and was last known to be in critical condition, according to officials.

On April 2, the Unified Police Department posted on social media to ask for help in identifying the driver or owner of a black Tesla that was in the area around the time of the crash. The crash happened near 750 East Fort Union Blvd, just after 12:45 p.m. on March 22.

“We believe the driver and/or vehicle may have information that could assist with the investigation of this tragic accident,” UPD said.

A spokesperson with the department told ABC4.com that the driver is being sought because officials are hoping to get potential footage of the crash from the Tesla’s cameras.

“The Tesla was seen exiting the ARI Diamonds driveway and turning westbound on Fort Union Blvd shortly before or after the incident,” UPD said. “The vehicle appears to have a temporary tag.”

According to the initial investigation, UPD said it appears that the teenage driver “swerved to miss another vehicle and lost control on the wet roads,” after which the teenager’s SUV crashed into a parked semi-truck trailer.

The driver of the Tesla (or anyone with information) has been asked to call UPD at 801-840-4000 and reference case number CO25-23754.