Detective Kayla Dallof Faces Critical Accountability in 2019 | Salt Lake Tribune

Detective Kayla Dallof Is Fired Following Additional Domestic Violence Case

The Salt Lake Tribune reported that Detective Kayla Dallof, who had been assigned to Lauren McCluskey’s case, was later fired after an unrelated domestic violence investigation revealed what officials described as a “dereliction of duty.” The news renewed public concern about accountability within the University of Utah Police Department and intensified calls for stronger oversight, improved training, and more effective responses to reports of relationship violence and stalking. The article underscored the importance of ensuring that victims’ concerns are taken seriously and handled promptly to help prevent future tragedies.

A detective ignored Lauren McCluskey’s concerns before she was killed. She also ignored another woman’s concerns and was fired. She now works for Weber County Sheriff’s office, The Salt Lake Tribune – August 23, 2019