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Father Faces Charges After Dangerous Winter Hike with Kids

11/28/2025

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Story summary

Micah Smith, a 31-year-old father from Utah, now faces child abuse and torture charges.
The winter hike with his three young children turned dangerous, and it was described as challenging and not recommended for children or beginners.
Two of the children required critical medical attention after rescue.
The two-year-old son reportedly fell and hit his head.
An eight-year-old daughter performed CPR on her brother.

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Story summary

Micah Smith, a 31-year-old father from Utah, now faces child abuse and torture charges.
The winter hike with his three young children turned dangerous, and it was described as challenging and not recommended for children or beginners.
Two of the children required critical medical attention after rescue.
The two-year-old son reportedly fell and hit his head.
An eight-year-old daughter performed CPR on her brother.