WASHINGTON, Utah, June 19, 2024 (Gephardt Daily) — Washington City police are closing in on a suspect they have identified after a man and woman were found fatally shot in a residence.
On Tuesday night, the department has identified Collin Troy Bailey as the sole person of interest in the case.
Bailey, born male, identifies as transgender and is reportedly transitioning to female.
She goes by the name Mia Bailey.
Bailey was described as 5 feet 10 inches tall, 130 pounds, and has brown hair, but wears wigs to change hairstyles.
Bailey was seen leaving the area in a yellow 2014 Kia Soul with Utah plate UO69GF.
Police were alerted by dispatch to a shots fired incident at 7:02 p.m. Tuesday. They responded to 1039 E. Chinook Drive, a WCPD news release says.
“Washington City Police officers arrived on scene and entered the residence through the front door,” the statement says. “Upon entry, two deceased adults (one female and one male) were located inside from apparent gunshot wounds.
“Officers on scene attempted life-saving efforts on the two victims, but were unsuccessful. Upon searching the home further, no other victims and no suspects were located. From the initial investigation, it was apparent a double homicide had occurred.”
The police statement says that as of the time it was posted, “a single suspect has been identified as Collin Troy Bailey.” It went on to describe Bailey’s height and weight, and his use of wigs and the name Mia.
“Mia’s current whereabouts are unknown and (Bailey) is considered armed and dangerous.”
By 2 a.m. Wednesday, police radio transmissions indicated that officers had located Bailey’s general area, and believed she was on foot. They contained the area while awaiting the arrival of a SWAT team.
In its initial news release, the Washington City Police department shared condolences and thanked other agencies that were assisting.
“The Washington City Police Department sends our heartfelt condolences to the victim’s family in this horrific tragedy. We also want to thank all those who assisted with this incident, which is Washington County Sheriff‘s Office, St. George Police Department, Utah Highway Patrol, Washington County Attorney’s Office, and local citizens on scene.”
The St. George Police Department posted the following advisory early Wednesday morning:
“Those living in the Bloomington Hills and Fort Pierce area! A suspect of a double homicide that occurred in Washington City on 6/18/24 was last seen in the area of Quarry Ridge & River Road. The suspect was seen heading west through the wash.
“THE SUSPECT IS CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
“She was last seen wearing blue skinny jeans, light blue or white T-shirt, and has dark hair. She is 5’10”and 130 pounds.
“We ask that those in the affected area shelter in place and call police if you see anything suspicious.”
SGPD released this suspect photo as well.
Gephardt Daily will have additional information as it is released.
