5 family members found dead at Utah home and teen hospitalized with gunshot wound

Las-vegas Review Journal - Dec 18th, 2024
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Five family members, including three children, were found dead in a home in West Valley City, Utah. The victims include two adults and three children aged 11, 9, and 2. A 17-year-old was also found injured with a gunshot wound and taken to the hospital. The deaths were discovered after a relative, unable to contact the 38-year-old woman living there, alerted the police. Investigators do not believe there is a suspect at large, suggesting the incident was confined to the family home. Communication with the injured teen is challenging due to his condition.

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RATING

7.0
Fair Story
Consider it well-founded

The article provides a straightforward report on a tragic incident, presenting the available facts clearly and without apparent bias. However, it lacks detailed source attribution and transparency regarding the investigation's ongoing nature.

RATING DETAILS

8
Accuracy

The article accurately reports the basic facts of the incident as provided by the police spokesperson. However, it lacks in-depth details about the investigation or confirmation of certain specifics, such as the exact cause of death.

7
Balance

The article presents the information without bias but lacks a range of perspectives or additional context that might provide a fuller understanding of the situation.

9
Clarity

The article is clearly written, with a neutral tone and a logical structure. It avoids emotive language and presents the information in a straightforward manner.

6
Source quality

The article relies heavily on statements from a single police spokesperson. While this is a credible source, the lack of multiple sources or expert opinions limits the depth of the reporting.

5
Transparency

The article does not disclose any potential conflicts of interest or affiliations. It also lacks transparency regarding the limitations of the information provided, such as ongoing investigations or unavailable details.