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Utah Judge Approves Trial for Jayne | Salt Lake City News
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A Utah judge has approved Michael Jayne’s trial on 15 charges, including aggravated murder — a capital offense — after reviewing damning dash cam footage and testimony. The charges stem from a May crime spree that ended with the fatal collision of Santaquin Police Sgt. Bill Hooser, whom prosecutors say Jayne deliberately rammed after a traffic stop. Jayne also allegedly kidnapped a woman and narrowly missed another officer. His defense claimed hallucinations and unavoidable collision, but the judge rejected those claims, citing clear evidence of intent. Jayne faces additional charges for theft, burglary, fleeing police, and drug possession. Sgt. Hooser’s widow called the ruling a step toward justice, honoring her husband’s legacy and the community’s support.
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