West Valley City, Utah – A shocking and tragic incident unfolded in West Valley City, Utah, on Friday when a 46-year-old man was arrested for the hatchet attack death of his father. Court documents reveal chilling details surrounding the crime, shedding light on the disturbing events that transpired.
According to reports, a witness called dispatch around 11 a.m. to report that Jeremy Ross Pulver had allegedly killed his father, John Pulver, at the victim’s residence before fleeing the scene. The witness, who remained on site, provided crucial information to first responders, detailing the gruesome account of the attack.
The affidavit filed in the case stated that Jeremy Pulver confessed to beating his father to death and even going as far as filling his mouth with baking soda to ensure he was deceased. First responders found John Pulver deceased with apparent head trauma, leading to the swift apprehension of Jeremy by authorities at approximately 1 p.m.
Upon further questioning at the West Valley City Police Department, Jeremy revealed chilling details about the events leading up to the murder. He claimed that his father had expressed a desire to die due to his elderly condition and had allegedly requested Jeremy to end his life. Jeremy confessed to mustering the courage to carry out the fatal act, using various methods in an attempt to suffocate his father before resorting to a hatchet to deliver the fatal blows.
The investigation also uncovered evidence at the crime scene that corroborated Jeremy’s statements, leading to his arrest on charges of murder. The arresting officer recommended that Jeremy be held without bail, citing concerns about the potential danger he posed to the public. In a disturbing turn of events, it was revealed that Jeremy had been involved in another altercation where he allegedly brandished a firearm at a member of the public, further underscoring the urgency of keeping him in custody.
Jeremy Pulver now sits in jail without bail, facing investigation for the heinous crime of murdering his own father. The chilling details of the case continue to shock the community as they grapple with the tragic outcome of family violence in their midst.