Riley is an exceptional coworker, a former Salt Lake County Sheriff Deputy, and, to everyone who knows him, a compassionate and caring person who is always willing to help others.
Following an unprovoked attack at his home in Taylorsville, where he answered his door and was suddenly and violently stabbed in the chest near his heart, Riley is now facing an unexpected and difficult road to recovery. He is an active church member, engaged to be married, attends BYU, and works full-time while building his future.
We’re asking friends, coworkers, and our community to come together and support Riley and his fiancé during this difficult time. Donations will help with expenses while Riley focuses on recovery and is unable to maintain his normal work and school responsibilities.
Any amount helps. If you cannot donate, please consider sharing this fundraiser and keeping Riley and his fiancé in your thoughts and prayers.
Thank you for your kindness, generosity, and support.
Fundraiser Update August 25, 2026
I’ve known Riley for approximately five years, and we’ve had the opportunity to work together both in the past and currently. When I heard about this tragedy, I immediately felt compelled to assist in any way that I could.
During a time like this, the last thing anyone should have to worry about is finances. I’m honored to be able to assist Riley and his family, alongside everyone else who has contributed, so that we can help ease at least some of that burden while he focuses on healing and recovery.
Riley is now home and taking things one day at a time. He continues to regain his strength day by day, and he’s maintaining the same positive spirit and upbeat attitude that we all know and love about him. His road to recovery will take time, but he is making progress, and that is something worth celebrating.
The funds raised will go directly toward helping Riley get back on his feet. This includes helping him relocate to a different residence, replace household goods and personal belongings that were lost or destroyed, replace clothing and other necessities, cover medical bills and related expenses, and assist with other essential costs that arise during his recovery.
I also want everyone who has contributed to know that as soon as the funds are released, 100% of the funds raised will go directly to Riley. Every donation, regardless of size, is helping make a meaningful difference and providing Riley and his family with some much-needed support during this difficult time.
Thank you to everyone who has donated, shared the fundraiser, offered support, or simply kept Riley in your thoughts and prayers. Your generosity and kindness truly mean a lot, and together, we are helping ease the burden for Riley as he focuses on what matters most—getting stronger and continuing his recovery.
