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Video Summary: Fatal Lone Peak avalanche accident, counterfeit money rat, county buys 17.5M Skullcandy building

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TownLift Weekly News Roundup

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2 skiers dead, 1 rescued after avalanche on Lone Peak

Two skiers tragically died and a third was rescued in an avalanche near Lone Peak Summit in Little Cottonwood Canyon on Thursday, May 9th. Although the skiers were experienced and well-equipped, the dangerous conditions in the area proved fatal following recent heavy snowfalls and strong winds. The surviving skier managed to call for help after being partially buried. Rescue efforts have been hampered by the dangerous terrain, but recovery efforts to repatriate the bodies of the two men who lost their lives are now complete.

Counterfeit money raid leads to police standoff at Silver Summit Sinclair

On Tuesday, May 7, there was a significant police presence at the Sinclair gas station in Silver Summit due to the presence of suspects involved in a counterfeit money investigation. After authorities responded to the scene, an adult male was found at the scene hiding in a camper trailer. With the assistance of multiple law enforcement agencies, four individuals were taken into custody on methamphetamine possession and other charges. The Summit County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that telephone negotiations resulted in the suspect’s surrender without any monetary transactions taking place.

Summit County Council approves purchase of Skullcandy building for $17.5 million

The Summit County Council voted unanimously on Thursday, May 9, to purchase the Skullcandy headquarters in Kimball Junction. The building will serve as the new home for the district offices currently housed in the Sheldon Richins Building. The $17.5 million purchase will be financed through sales tax bonds, with additional funds earmarked for renovations. The deal also includes an optional use agreement for a new public road leading to Utah Olympic Park.

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