Box Elder Communications-BECC

09/29/2026

Congrats to these two deputies!!!

Congratulations to Deputy Jakob Johnson and Deputy Brandon Fullmer of the Box Elder County Sheriff's Office, who each received a Lifesaving Medal at the Utah Sheriffs Association conference.

During a routine jail walkthrough on March 18, Deputy Fullmer noticed an inmate in his cell with a sweatshirt tightened around his neck. He immediately called for the cell to be opened, and Deputy Johnson rushed from the upper tier to help. Together, they entered the cell, relieved the pressure on the inmate’s neck and removed the sweatshirt. They called for medical assistance, and the inmate was transported to the hospital.

When he returned to the jail, the inmate thanked the deputies for saving his life. We are honored to recognize Deputies Johnson and Fullmer for their attentiveness, quick response and care for a person in their custody.

09/22/2026

UPDATE / CANCELLED SILVER ALERT

On September 20, 2026, at approximately 1:40 p.m., a vehicle matching the description of Lou’s green Toyota Sienna was located partially submerged in a canal east of Fielding, Utah. The Box Elder County Sheriff’s Office, Box Elder Search and Rescue Team, and the Box Elder SCUBA Team responded to the scene, where Lewis (Lou) Balzomo was tragically found deceased inside the vehicle.

Preliminary investigations indicate that he failed to navigate a right-hand turn in the road, drove through a field, and went down a steep 70-foot embankment before landing in the canal.

This is a deeply tragic ending, and we extend our heartfelt condolences to Lou’s family, loved ones, and friends during this difficult time.

We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who shared the initial alert, as well as those who assisted with the search and recovery.

Chief Deputy Sheriff Cade Palmer

09/20/2026

09/19/2026

UPDATE: CANCELLED

Please help share this Silver Alert for 66-year-old Lewis (Lou) Balzomo. He was last seen leaving the Belmont Trailer Park on 9/17/26 around 23:25. He may be driving a green Toyota Sienna with Utah license plate 1EY-W0. If you have any information, please contact the Box Elder County Sheriff's Office at 435-734-6530 or call 911.

09/17/2026

We have a table set up at Brigham City Hospital for the safety fair, come out and see us!!!

08/28/2026

08/27/2026

New 🔥 Start: — Box Elder County. The fire was spotted by aviation resources yesterday evening on Promontory Point, roughly 10 miles south of the . It is estimated at 2,500–3,000 acres and is wind-driven, with active fire behavior. Resources are on scene. No structures are currently threatened. More information as it becomes available.

08/23/2026

Thank you!