New law improves death benefits for families of fallen Utah officers

Death benefits • For Nannette Wride and others who have lost spouses in the line of duty, Utah measure signed by Gov. Herbert will provide financial support.

Al Hartmann | The Salt Lake Tribune Nannette Wride, widow of slain Utah County Sheriff Sgt. Cory Wride listens as Gov. Gary Herberts speaks at police memorial outside the Utah Capitol before signing HB 288, which provides death benefits for Utah peace officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty. Rep. Paul Ray, the bills sponsor at right.

New law improves death benefits for families of fallen Utah officers

Death benefits • For Nannette Wride and others who have lost spouses in the line of duty, Utah measure signed by Gov. Herbert will provide financial support.

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