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Matthew Johnson

Death by Force
Case Description
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In the quiet community of Cottonwood Heights, a suburb of Salt Lake City, the disappearance of 51-year-old Matthew Johnson in September 2024 unraveled a grim tale of betrayal and alleged murder. A respected member of the Utah National Guard, Johnson was last heard from on September 20, 2024. His absence from work on September 25th prompted a wellness check requested by the National Guard, which was highly unusual for the dedicated serviceman. Days later, on September 28th, his wife, Jennifer Gle ...Read More
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  • Gephardt Daily: Update: Affidavit reveal details behind Cottonwood Heights woman’s murder arrest; husband’s body not yet recovered | Gephardt Daily
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    Victim Details

    Matthew Johnson

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Salt Lake City

    UT

    2024-09-20

    51

    Matthew

    Johnson

    litigation

    11/05/2025

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