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Victim:
James Witten, 71
James Witten, 71
May 30, 2026 – James Witten, 71, West Point, Utah – Latino on White – Hate Crime
El Salvadoran national Axel Chavez, 23, allegedly murdered James Witten, 71, in West Point, UT, while Witten took out his trash. Racial motive likely.
Police say Chavez just decided it would be fun to murder him as he drove by.
No mugshot because Utah Republicans banned their release, claiming they stigmatize certain racial groups.
Suspect:
Axel Chavez, 23
Note: Suspects are not legally considered guilty until guilt is proven beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
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