Peacocks Killed in Salt Lake Neighborhood | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 30, 2026 · 1m

Three beloved peacocks in Salt Lake City’s Poplar Grove neighborhood have died under suspicious circumstances, sparking outrage as residents believe they were intentionally run over. These iconic birds, cherished for decades and even drawn to by locals for their beauty, have become symbols of community magic. Footage of a black truck hitting one and fleeing reignited anger, especially after two more deaths this month. Police have opened an investigation, though jurisdiction is still unclear. The community demands justice and protection for the remaining peacocks, hoping to preserve a piece of…