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Protester Charged with Manslaughter in Fatal Shooting

12/4/2025

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Matthew Alder has been charged with manslaughter for fatally shooting Arthur Folasa Ah Loo during a “No Kings” protest in Salt Lake City last June.
Alder fired three shots, with one hitting Ah Loo while aiming at Arturo Roberto Gamboa, who was armed with an AR-15 rifle.
Prosecutors claim Alder's third shot was reckless, despite his legal right to use lethal force under Utah law.
Gamboa will not face charges due to insufficient evidence.
Ah Loo's widow expressed gratitude for the charges, highlighting her husband's dedication as a father and advocate.

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Matthew Alder has been charged with manslaughter for fatally shooting Arthur Folasa Ah Loo during a “No Kings” protest in Salt Lake City last June.
Alder fired three shots, with one hitting Ah Loo while aiming at Arturo Roberto Gamboa, who was armed with an AR-15 rifle.
Prosecutors claim Alder's third shot was reckless, despite his legal right to use lethal force under Utah law.
Gamboa will not face charges due to insufficient evidence.
Ah Loo's widow expressed gratitude for the charges, highlighting her husband's dedication as a father and advocate.