Event Brief
Man charged after stabbing Muslim kiosk worker in Utah
Filed: Jul 14, 2026 at 9:08 PM ET
Summary: Police say Peter Michael Larsen stabbed a Muslim kiosk worker multiple times at Valley Fair Mall, citing the victim’s religion.
WHO: Peter Michael Larsen; Salt Lake County jail; police
WHAT: Arrest of Peter Michael Larsen for stabbing a Muslim kiosk worker multiple times
WHEN: Jul 14, 2026 at 8:35 PM ET
WHERE: Valley Fair Mall, West Valley City, Utah
WHY: The suspect said he targeted the victim because of the victim’s religion and intended to kill Muslims.
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