US Marshals identify suspect as ‘Known white supremacist’ in Salt Lake City shooting

SALT LAKE CITY ( ABC4 ) — The man who was hospitalized following a police shooting in Salt Lake City on Monday night has been identified as a known white supremacist gang member, according to the U.S. Marshals Service.

USMS spokesperson Mark Thomson said U.S. Marshals were in the area of 2100 South and 900 East working to apprehend Daniel Lynn Meinhart. Meinhart was reportedly wanted on probation violations and had multiple felony warrants for his arrest.

"Additionally, Meinhart has a long and violent felony history including possession of a dangerous weapon and attempted murder and is a known white supremacist gang member," Thomson said via a press release.

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Marshals reportedly attempted to conduct a traffic stop by blocking Meinhart's vehicle shortly before the shooting. Meinhart allegedly attempted to evade law enforcement by going over a curb and driving on the sidewalk. Thomson said Meinhart struck a light pole, disabling his car and forcing him to come to a complete stop.

Marshals with the Violent Fugitive Apprehension Strike team reportedly attempted to get Meinhart to comply with orders and surrender. Thomson said that "because of Meinhart's actions, VFAST officers were forced to use deadly force."

Meinhart was reportedly shot multiple times by law enforcement, though his injuries are considered to be non-life-threatening. He was transported to a local area hospital for treatment. One officer was placed on paid administrative leave.

Following the shooting, the Salt Lake City Police Department was called to investigate. That investigation is still active and ongoing.