Salt Lake City Police Disciplined After Mishandling Deceased Homeless Man’s Body

Bodycam footage shows officers laughing as a trainee was instructed to cut the man's skin with a utility knife during a death investigation.

The incident occurred in August 2024 during a death investigation involving Jason Lloyd, a 47-year-old homeless man found deceased in a tent.
Bodycam footage revealed officers laughing while instructing a trainee to use a utility knife to cut blisters on Lloyd’s arm.
Seven Salt Lake City Police Department employees were placed on administrative leave, with disciplinary actions ranging from warnings to suspensions; one officer resigned.
The department's investigation found violations of conduct standards, death investigation procedures, and reporting protocols, but no criminal charges will be filed.
Lloyd's family expressed grief and frustration, stating they were unaware of the mistreatment until the footage was released.