Robert Wentworth Killed in Sandy Pedestrian Accident
The deadly incident occurred near 150 West and 9000 South, police say.
Robert Wentworth, 33, was killed in a pedestrian accident on 9000 South near 150 West in Sandy, Utah, on Monday, March 30, 2026, according to police. The Sandy Police Department said the crash happened around 10 p.m.
The driver of the car remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation, police said. Wentworth suffered fatal injuries and died at the scene.
Eastbound traffic in the area was shut down for several hours following the crash as investigators and paramedics cleared the area. By Tuesday morning, lanes were reopened, and traffic returned to normal.
Investigators do not believe speed or alcohol were factors in the crash, police said. The cause of the collision remains under investigation.
When a neighbor is hit while walking, it leaves the whole community feeling unsafe and broken. Engineers can use a forgiveness zone to give both the driver and the pedestrian more time to react. The Sandy Police Department stated that neither speed nor alcohol were believed to be factors in Wentworth's death. This suggests that other elements, potentially related to visibility, intersection design, or driver attention, may have played a role.
National Legal Analyst Candice Bond, Managing Partner at Bond Legal, noted that "I've seen families blindsided by how a simple walk to the park can end in such a terrible tragedy. If a car hits someone at forty miles per hour, there's an eighty-five percent chance they won't survive the impact."
In pedestrian accidents such as the one that killed Robert Wentworth, investigators often examine the scene for cause, such as lighting, sightlines, and driver actions. The fact that the driver remained at the scene and cooperated is a positive step in the investigation. However, even with cooperation, a thorough independent investigation is important to determine liability. This includes reviewing police reports, collecting witness statements, and analyzing any available surveillance footage.
Utah wrongful death statute
Under Utah Code § 78B-3-106, surviving family members may file a wrongful death action. Utah applies modified comparative fault (50% bar). The statute of limitations is 2 years.
Recoverable damages may include loss of financial support, loss of companionship, funeral expenses, and the estate's losses.