Utah protest update: Details on fatal shooting

The fatal shooting at the “No Kings” protest in Salt Lake City has left many questions unanswered. Here is a summary of what we know so far:

1. The shooting occurred just before 8 p.m. at the protest, where Arturo Gamboa was arrested on suspicion of murder. Witnesses reported that Gamboa was seen manipulating an AR-15-style rifle, leading to a “peacekeeper” opening fire and fatally shooting innocent bystander Arthur Folasa Ah Loo.

2. Gamboa has been released with conditions while authorities continue to investigate and determine whether to file formal charges against him. The Salt Lake County District Attorney’s Office has not finalized a murder charge against Gamboa and is still reviewing evidence.

3. New video footage challenges the initial narrative reported by witnesses, showing Gamboa walking away with his rifle pointing down before the gunfire. The video also raises questions about the actions of the “peacekeeper” who shot Ah Loo.

4. Authorities have not identified the “peacekeeper” who fired the shots that killed Ah Loo, and it’s unclear whether he will face any charges in connection with the shooting.

5. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities reviewing surveillance footage and conducting interviews with witnesses to determine the sequence of events leading to the fatal shooting. The focus is on ensuring a thorough and impartial investigation to preserve the integrity of any future legal proceedings.

The incident has sparked widespread concern and debate about gun violence and the use of force at protests, highlighting the need for accountability and transparency in law enforcement responses to such events.