Suspect Arrested Following Discovery of Three Women Dead in Southern Utah

A suspect has been apprehended following the discovery of three deceased women across several locations, leading to a shelter-in-place directive in southern Utah.

The grim find occurred on March 4 in Wayne County, home to the well-known tourist spot Torrey, as reported by the Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS), which is assisting with the investigation.

The Sevier County Sheriff’s Office announced on social media that “a suspect in the Wayne County homicides was captured early this morning.”

Authorities have yet to disclose further information about the suspect’s identity.

The Utah Department of Public Safety confirmed that the women’s bodies were located in various locations within Wayne County on Wednesday, March 4.

Authorities were initially called to the scene after receiving reports of two deceased females found along a hiking trail, DPS said in a statement.

A third victim was subsequently discovered inside a residence within the county. 

Officials have not yet said why they believe the three homicides in separate locations are linked. 

Two victims were located on a hiking trail in Wayne County, with the third victim found inside a nearby residence, according to Utah DPS. (iStock)

Details regarding the identities of the three women have not been released, but authorities have said the women were in their 30s, 60s and 80s, according to DPS.

Authorities previously asked the public to be on the lookout for a 2022 white Subaru Outback with license plate U560YF, but cautioned against approaching the vehicle and instead urged anyone who believes they may have spotted it to call law enforcement. 

Schools throughout the county also canceled classes “out of an abundance of caution” on both Thursday and Friday, according to the Wayne County School District.

Two local health clinics also closed their doors on Thursday as the manhunt remained ongoing. 

Details regarding the identities of the three women have not been released, but authorities have said the women were in their 30s, 60s and 80s, according to DPS. (iStock)

Additionally, authorities in nearby Garfield County also issued a warning to residents to lock their doors on Wednesday, but later said “there is no longer a threat in our area.”

Utah DPS and WCSO did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment. 

Anyone with information is urged to contact siac@utah.gov or call the tipline at 801-965-3838.

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