Action campaign aims to honor victims, raise awareness on Utah road rage incident

EAGLE MOUNTAIN, Utah (KUTV) — In the wake of a tragic road rage incident on Eagle Mountain that claimed the lives of Rodney Salm and his girlfriend Michaela Himmelberger or (Meesha), friends and family of the victims are striving to bring something positive out of the heart-wrenching tragedy.

One of the organizers of an action campaign, Wes Howell, is shedding light on those efforts.

According to Howell, who was also driving with the victims in the same caravan of Porsches on Sunday, the shocking scene unfolded before their eyes.

"It was immediately apparent that something was horribly wrong," Howell said.

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Motivated by their heartache, Howell and others who knew the victims are using this experience as a catalyst for change.

Howell refers to the GoFundMe campaign he and others created as an action campaign, with the aim of raising funds that will support causes promoting awareness about road rage. The funds will also be utilized to take a look at existing state laws on the matter.

"If there are changes that are needed in our law, I'd like to be at the forefront of making those changes," said Sen. Todd Weiler (R-Woods Cross).

Highlighting the need for improved tracking of road rage incidents, Sen. Weiler acknowledged the current inadequacy in monitoring the motivation behind traffic tickets and collisions.

While prosecutors hold discretion based on how charges are filed, Weiler acknowledged the concern for more specific legislation targeting road rage.

Expressing support for the overall cause in the wake of the deaths of Rodney and Meesha, Howell said, "There's a lot of people that will become part of a movement where we can continue to make a difference and hopefully even save some lives."

Weiler plans to meet with the victims’ families to address their concerns and discuss potential legislative measures. The GoFundMe campaign has already raised over $10,000, demonstrating the community's support for their cause.