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Robert Van Hemert

Death by Force
Case Description
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On October 14, 2014, in the small town of Hyrum, Utah, a domestic conflict culminated in the death of 37-year-old Robert Van Hemert. The male victim was fatally shot during a confrontation with his brother-in-law, Aaron Smith. The events of that day were rooted in ongoing issues Van Hemert was having with his wife.

The situation escalated when Smith accompanied his sister, Van Hemert's wife, to their Hyrum home. An argument erupted between Van Hemert and his wife concerning a loan she had ...Read More
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  • The Salt Lake Tribune: Fatal Hyrum shooting; possibly self-defense?
    • Victim Details

    Robert J. Van Hemert

    Male

    Hyrum

    UT

    2014-10-14

    37

    Robert

    Van Hemert

    Yes

    11/05/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    Hey everyone,
    I've been thinking a lot about that devastating incident in Hyrum, Utah back in 201... ...Read More
    10/10/2024
    I just can't imagine the pain Robert's wife must be going through right now. Losing a partner in suc... ...Read More
    08/17/2024
    I've been following the discussions around the tragic incident involving Robert Van Hemert, and it's... ...Read More
    07/04/2024
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