Repeat violent arrests expose gaps in Salt Lake criminal justice system

SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — Salt Lake City is facing a troubling pattern of repeat violent crime arrestees cycling through the criminal justice system, according to a 2News Investigation.

The investigation found a list of offenders with multiple arrests over the past three years, who are familiar to Salt Lake City Police officers. The list highlights a “revolving door” of offenders with mental health issues and substance abuse addictions.

The violent crimes on this list include homicide, rape, aggravated assault, and robbery…

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