HIDEOUT, Utah (ABC4) — Deputies with the Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office say they have recovered the gun believed to be used to kill a 61-year-old man in a road rage incident near the Jordanelle Reservoir about two months ago.

Patrick L. Hayes was found dead on the morning of Sept. 26 under what authorities called “suspicious circumstances.” Hayes was reportedly found near the Ross Creek Trailhead outside of his car on the shoulder of the freeway.

Based on the ongoing investigation, the Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office said Hayes appeared to have been involved in a road rage incident. Detectives believe Hayes may have left his car, approached another vehicle with a metal baton and pocket knife in hand and “aggressively called out the other driver.”

“Ultimately, the driver of the second vehicle appears to have shot and killed Mr. Hayes,” the Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office said in an update to the investigation. “At this time, we are analyzing evidence as to whether Mr. Hayes was attempting to enter the vehicle.”

While authorities have recovered the gun believed to be used, investigators did not disclose where the gun was found.

Investigators with the Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office said they have submitted further evidence to the State Crime Lab for analysis. Investigators are reportedly investigating all possible crimes and considering all defenses related to Hayes’ death, including homicide and the possibility of self-defense.

“Importantly, our hearts go out to the family and friends of Mr. Hayes. They have been cooperative, kind, and helpful throughout the investigation,” the Wasatch County Sherrif’s Office said.

The Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office did not provide any further information, saying they would provide another update once the results of the evidence analysis is available.

Week 12 was surprising for the Tennessee Titans (3-8) and Washington Commanders (7-5) for completely different reasons, and they’ll meet in an interconference matchup on Sunday.

Will Levis orchestrated the best win of his young career last week when he went into Houston and threw two touchdown passes against the division-leading Texans. It wasn’t a result many expected given how bad the offense has been, but it’s an encouraging sign for a quarterback hoping to remain a starter for years to come.

For weeks, the Dallas Cowboys looked like an easy victory. But the Commanders couldn’t capitalize against the struggling team and instead dropped their third-straight game. It’s concerning an amazing start to the season is looking to be wasted, but Washington gets another crack at it back at home.

Commanders vs. Titans odds, moneyline, over/under

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• Spread: Commanders (-5.5)
• Moneyline: Commanders (-250); Titans (+200)
• Over/under: 44.5    

NFL Week 13 odds, predictions and picks

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Lorenzo Reyes: Commanders 27, Titans 14

Washington has come down a little bit, though the team’s obvious talent remains. Getting steady production out of Jayden Daniels, while protecting the ball, is essential. The Titans aren’t the strongest opponent and are second-to-last in turnover differential. 

Tyler Dragon: Commanders 27, Titans 20

The Commanders have lost three straight games, and Jayden Daniels is experiencing some mild rookie growing pains. I think Washington gets back on track this week against a bad Titans team.

Richard Morin: Commanders 35, Titans 16

Washington needs to get back on track after a head-scratching loss, and they’ll be able to when a rebuilding Tennessee squad comes to visit.

Jordan Mendoza: Commanders 24, Titans 17

Washington won’t like to see its offense go against the best pass defense in the league in Tennessee. However, expect Jayden Daniels to play with a sense of urgency and use his legs a ton to extend drives and get his team back on the winning side.

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Travelers heading out for Thanksgiving in Cheyenne and the surrounding areas may face slick roads this morning as lingering snow showers continue. According to the National Weather Service, light to moderate snow has been reported along Interstate 80 near the Summit and in parts of Laramie County. Snowfall is expected to diminish by this afternoon.

Accumulating snow of 1 to 2 inches could create hazardous driving conditions early Thursday, especially in the Laramie Valley and other wind-prone areas. While road crews are working to clear routes, drivers should remain cautious and allow extra time for travel.

The combination of cold temperatures, dipping into the teens overnight, and snow-covered roads will keep conditions slick into the morning. The Wyoming Department of Transportation recommends checking road conditions before departing.

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By late Thursday, breezy winds are expected to develop, with gusts potentially reaching 50 mph in areas like Arlington, Elk Mountain, and the I-80 Summit. While not expected to reach high-wind warning thresholds, gusts could reduce visibility in open areas, especially where blowing snow persists

As snow showers taper off and winds subside, travel conditions should improve by Thursday afternoon. Holiday travelers can expect dry roads and clearer skies heading into the evening. Temperatures will remain cold, with highs in the 30s and lows dipping into the single digits in sheltered valleys.

For those staying local or driving across southeastern Wyoming, Friday through Tuesday looks mostly dry, with breezy but mild conditions. Travelers venturing to higher elevations or wind-prone areas should continue to monitor forecasts for updates on road conditions.

Detailed Forecast for Cheyenne

• Today: Snow is likely, with a 40 percent chance mainly before 11 a.m. Skies will remain cloudy through mid-morning, followed by gradual clearing. The high temperature will be near 35. Expect breezy conditions, with a north wind of 15 to 20 mph and gusts up to 30 mph.
• Tonight: Skies will be mostly clear, with a low around 15. Winds will shift to the west-southwest in the evening, at 5 to 10 mph.
• Thanksgiving Day: Sunny skies are expected, with a high near 36. Winds will come from the northwest at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
• Thursday Night: The night will be mostly clear, with a low around 14. Winds will be light, coming from the west-southwest at around 5 mph.
• Friday: Mostly sunny conditions are forecast, with a high near 42. West winds will range from 5 to 15 mph.
• Friday Night: Skies will remain mostly clear, with a low around 20.
• Saturday: Expect mostly sunny skies, with a high near 40.
• Saturday Night: The night will be partly cloudy, with a low around 18.
• Sunday: Sunny skies will dominate, with a high near 45.
• Sunday Night: Skies will be mostly clear, with a low around 20.
• Monday: The day will be sunny, with a high near 47.
• Monday Night: Expect mostly clear skies, with a low around 22.
• Tuesday: Sunny skies are forecast, with a high near 51.

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