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Sandy teen who 'couldn't take it anymore' accused of killing father after years of abuse
What happened
A 15-year-old boy in Sandy is charged with manslaughter for allegedly shooting his father, who was found dead in the basement with a gunshot wound to his head. The teen claims the shooting followed years of abuse by his father, and the incident occurred on Sept. 27.
Timeline
- KSL Sandy teen who 'couldn't take it anymore' accused of killing father after years of abuse
- ABC 4 'I just couldn't take it anymore': 15-year-old charged with fatally shooting father after years-long abuse
- Fox 13 15-year-old Sandy boy charged with shooting father 'couldn't take it anymore'
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'I just couldn't take it anymore': 15-year-old charged with fatally shooting father after years-long abuse
— WARNING: This article contains descriptions of domestic violence and/or child abuse. If you suspect child abuse or neglect, contact the DCFS 24/7 hotline: 855-323-3237.