The Utah Department of Public Safety announced that funeral arrangements have been established for Santaquin Police Sgt. Bill Hooser, who died in the line of duty following a hit-and-run crash involving a semi truck on Sunday, May 5, 2024.
Memorial Service Details
The memorial service for the fallen officer was scheduled to take place at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 13, 2024, at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. The announcement regarding the service came from the Utah Department of Public Safety on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, as the community prepared to honor the officer's service and sacrifice.
Circumstances of the Crash
Sgt. Hooser's death occurred during a high-stakes incident involving a semi truck. According to KUTV, the officer was involved in a hit-and-run crash on Sunday, May 5, 2024, while performing his duties for the Santaquin Police Department. The circumstances of the crash were part of a developing situation that prompted the department to release a statement regarding the officer's passing.
Department Response
While the memorial service was set for the Utah Valley University campus, the incident that led to the funeral arrangements remains a significant event in the history of the Santaquin Police Department. The department and the state have worked to provide updates to the public as information regarding the investigation into the hit-and-run was processed.
Community Mourning
The announcement of the funeral followed a period of mourning for the Santaquin community. As reported by KUTV, the Utah Department of Public Safety provided the specific timing and location for the service to ensure that fellow officers and family members could gather to pay their respects to the fallen sergeant.
Legacy of Service
The details surrounding the memorial service were finalized in May 2024, marking a moment of reflection for the local law enforcement community following the loss of one of its members in the line of duty.
