06/02/2026
We were in a nearby town when Deputy Utt was tragically killed while responding to a welfare check with another deputy. Upon arrival, Deputy Utt was shot and killed and his partner was shot in the ballistic vest and thankfully survived. After speaking with several locals, I learned how respected Deputy Utt was in the community he served. A military veteran, Firefighter/EMT, loyal Deputy, father and husband such a tragic killing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Carroll County community, his family, coworkers and everyone effected by this horrific tragedy