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Local chemical manufacturer under criminal investigation for 2023 explosion that injured 2, other safety concerns

By ABC 4 · July 16, 2026 · 1 min read
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Utah News spotted this story published July 16, 2026 at ABC 4. Full coverage may follow as more sources report.

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating a local chemical manufacturer and distributor for alleged criminal violations of environment and worker safety laws. According to the United States Attorney's Office for the District of Utah, Thatcher Company, Inc.

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