In the heart of Salt Lake City, a protest turned deadly. Two men, dressed in bright yellow vests, took it upon themselves to keep the peace. They were not official guards. They were not even former cops. They were just two guys with guns. The police are now trying to figure out who these "peacekeepers" were and what their role was in the shooting that left one person dead and another injured.

The protest was big. Around 10, 000 people showed up. It was part of a nationwide event called "No Kings Day. " The goal was to stand against certain political figures and a military parade in Washington, D. C. The organizers, a group called 50501, are known for their rallies and protests across the country. But this time, things went wrong.

The trouble started when these two "peacekeepers" saw a young man, Arturo Roberto Gamboa, with a rifle. They confronted him, and things escalated quickly. Gamboa started running towards the crowd with his weapon raised. One of the "peacekeepers" opened fire, hitting both Gamboa and an innocent bystander, Arthur Folasa "Afa" Ah Loo. Ah Loo did not survive. Gamboa was injured and later arrested. He was found hiding among a crowd, dressed in black and carrying an AR-15 style rifle, a gas mask, and a backpack. He was booked for investigation of murder, but he did not fire any shots.

The police are still trying to piece together what happened. They are looking into whether these "peacekeepers" were appointed by the protest organizers or if they just showed up on their own. The protest permit did not mention any organized or armed security. The police are also trying to figure out if the use of deadly force was legal under state law. They are working with the Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office to determine this.

The shooting sparked a quick response from state leaders. Utah's governor called it a "deeply troubling act of violence. " The police chief assured the community that they are thoroughly investigating the incident. They are asking anyone with photos or videos of the event to upload them to their evidence portal. The goal is to find out the truth and prevent such incidents in the future.

The "No Kings Day" protests were held across the country, with over 5 million participants. But the one in Salt Lake City ended in tragedy. The police are determined to find out what happened and why. They want to ensure that such an incident does not happen again. The community is left to wonder about the role of these "peacekeepers" and the safety of public demonstrations.

Unseen Guardians: The Mystery of the Peacekeepers at the Salt Lake City Protest

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