A welfare check on the evening of August 17, 2025, in Tremonton, Utah, ended in an ambush that killed two officers. Hispanic male officer Eric Estrada, 31, and Sergeant Lee Sorensen responded to multiple 911 hang-up calls from a residence. A man emerged and opened fire with a high-powered rifle, fatally wounding both officers. A Box Elder County deputy and his K9 were shot and injured while arriving as backup.

The shooter was taken into custody at the scene after bystanders persuaded him to surrender. He has been identified as Ryan Michael Bate and has been charged with two counts of aggravated murder; prosecutors intend to seek the death penalty. Investigators say Bate’s wife made the initial 911 calls after an alleged assault by Bate.

Estrada had served less than a year with the Tremonton-Garland Police Department. He was a married father of two young children and was remembered at his funeral for his infectious smile, commitment to community policing, and love for his family. Does anyone have information about the night of August 17 or memories of Officer Estrada to share with investigators?