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Adlai Padma Owen

Case from Salt Lake City, UT dated May 18, 2024

Victim Details

Adlai Owen

Male

White / Caucasian

Salt Lake City

UT

2024-05-18

6

Adlai

Padma Owen

Primary Suspect Deceased

07/10/2026

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In a quiet Salt Lake City neighborhood, the life of a bright and imaginative 6-year-old boy named Adlai Padma Owen was tragically cut short on the evening of Saturday, May 18, 2024. Adlai, a boy remembered for his warmth, humor, and a particular expertise in all things Godzilla, was found deceased inside his home in the Ballpark neighborhood near Van Buren Avenue and Main Street. He was a funny and kind child, known by his classmates for his comic book creations and his willingness to share.
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  • The Salt Lake Tribune: Man accused of killing son in Ballpark murder-suicide had struggled for years with mental health, family says
  • Salt Lake police investigate homicide involving child in Ballpark neighborhood
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