Father Arrested for Allegedly Abandoning Infant on Hill Air Force Base
A father, Siliato Tavale, has been arrested for allegedly abandoning his 6-month-old baby on a street curb within Hill Air Force Base in Salt Lake City.
Salt Lake City, UT, November 3, 2026 — A father has been arrested in connection with the alleged abandonment of his infant child on a street curb at Hill Air Force Base, located in Salt Lake City. The individual has been identified as Siliato Tavale.
According to available information, Tavale is accused of leaving his 6-month-old baby unattended on the side of a street within the base perimeter. The circumstances leading to the alleged abandonment and the exact timeline of events have not been fully disclosed. Further details regarding the specific location on the base where the child was found were not immediately provided.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the full scope of the incident. The 6-month-old infant was reportedly found and taken into protective custody. Information regarding the baby’s current condition or placement was not made available.
Hill Air Force Base is a major U.S. Air Force installation located about 30 miles north of Salt Lake City. The base hosts various units and commands, contributing significantly to the region’s economy and military presence.
Siliato Tavale was arrested in relation to the incident. The specific charges he faces were not detailed, nor was information about his legal representation or upcoming court dates provided at this time. The investigation is being conducted by relevant authorities, and further updates are expected as more information becomes available.
Story summarized from the original created by Jeff Tavss on www.fox13now.com, see more information here.
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