Arrest Made in Tragic Cottonwood Heights Automobile Homicide Case

A somber update emerges from Cottonwood Heights as authorities have apprehended a suspect in connection with a fatal automobile crash that claimed the life of a 69-year-old man last month. KHYV Peak, 39, was arrested on Monday, facing grave charges including automobile homicide, driving under the influence (drugs), driving on a denied license, and failure to remain in a single lane.

The tragic incident unfolded on March 18, 2024, at approximately 6:50 p.m.

on 3900 East Peak View Drive. According to court documents, Peak was behind the wheel of a Ford F-150, with William Jeffrey, 69, as his passenger. Witness accounts describe the truck swerving violently before veering off the road and colliding with a tree.

The impact was devastating. William Jeffrey, the passenger, was tragically ejected from the vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene.

The community mourns the loss of a life cut short in such a preventable manner, leaving friends and family grappling with grief.

Following the crash, investigators found Peak exhibiting signs consistent with drug impairment. During questioning, Peak allegedly admitted to law enforcement that he had consumed Xanax and smoked marijuana prior to getting behind the wheel.

Further evidence, including marijuana paraphernalia, was reportedly discovered within the vehicle, solidifying the grounds for the charges.

The arrest marks a significant step in seeking justice for William Jeffrey and his loved ones. KHYV Peak is now held accountable for the devastating consequences of his alleged actions, as the legal process moves forward in this profoundly sorrowful case.