Salt Lake Co, UT (February 17, 2026) – One person was hospitalized following a wrong-way crash late Sunday night on I-80 westbound in Parleys Canyon. The collision occurred at approximately 11:06 p.m. and involved a Ford F-150 and a white van. Authorities confirmed the driver of the pickup truck has been taken into custody.
Key Details
- Reported: February 15, at 11:06 p.m.
- Location: I-80 westbound, Parleys Canyon, Salt Lake County
- Vehicles Involved: Ford F-150 and white van
- Injuries: Van driver transported to hospital; condition unknown
- Arrest: One driver taken into custody on multiple charges
What We Know So Far
- Police responded to a crash on I-80 westbound in Parleys Canyon.
- Officers found a Ford F-150 facing the wrong direction on the right shoulder.
- A white van was discovered flipped on its side on the shoulder, facing the flow of traffic.
- The van’s driver told authorities he saw a vehicle coming toward him on the one-way highway.
- The driver attempted to swerve right to avoid the oncoming vehicle but was struck.
- The van driver was transported to a hospital for treatment of injuries.
- The driver of the Ford F-150 was taken into custody and is facing multiple charges.
What’s Not Yet Confirmed
- The current medical condition of the hospitalized driver.
- Whether additional factors contributed to the crash.
- The full timeline leading up to the wrong-way travel.
- When all lanes were fully reopened.
High-speed corridors through mountainous areas like Parleys Canyon on I-80 can present serious hazards when vehicles travel in the wrong direction. In Salt Lake County, responders often shut down affected lanes quickly to prevent additional collisions and provide safe access for medical teams and investigators.
What to Do Next
- Move to a safe area, such as the shoulder if possible, and check for injuries.
- Use hazard lights to alert approaching drivers.
- Note the nearest mile marker or landmark.
- Seek medical evaluation if symptoms develop after a crash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why can injuries appear hours after a highway crash?
Some injuries, including internal trauma or concussions, may not show immediate symptoms. Monitoring your condition after a collision is important.
Why are wrong-way crashes often severe?
Wrong-way collisions frequently result in head-on impacts at highway speeds, significantly increasing the force of impact and the likelihood of serious injuries.
What does it mean when a crash is under investigation?
Investigators review vehicle positions, roadway conditions, witness statements, and any available footage to determine how the incident occurred.
