BOISE, Idaho (AP) - Police in Idaho were searching Thursday near a small town for a man suspected of shooting and killing a motorist along a desolate stretch of interstate highway in Utah. Jonathan Llana, 45, of Los Angeles was being sought near Burley after crashing his car during a chase by authorities, Idaho State Police said, describing him as armed and dangerous. Officials said they didn't know a motive for the shooting Wednesday night on a stretch of Interstate 84 called Rattlesnake Pass in northern Utah. Llana was charged Thursday afternoon with one count of aggravated murder and one count of attempted aggravated murder, according to online Utah court records. The charging documents don't reveal much about the incident other than that Llana is accused at firing multiple rounds at the vehicle driven by the victim, Dennis Gwyther of Salt Lake City. Gwyther and a passenger were traveling in a Range Rover from Salt Lake City to Boise, Idaho, for work, Utah State Bureau of Investigation Lt. Llana owns a silver Volkswagen Jetta that Idaho troopers pursued until it crashed into a canal along Interstate 86, Van Fleet said.
This undated booking photo provided by the Idaho State Police shows Jonathan Llana. A search was underway Thursday, May 23, 2019, in southern Idaho for Llana, suspected of shooting and killing a motorist on a Utah highway, Idaho State Police said in a statement. The driver ran, and authorities were searching for him Thursday, with the assistance of a helicopter, officials said. Van Fleet said during a news conference in Salt Lake City. In Idaho, Cassia County Sheriff Jay Heward warned residents near the search area to be wary of strangers and asked them to report any missing vehicles. Heward told The Times-News newspaper in Twin Falls, Idaho. Llana was described as 5 feet 10 inches (1.8 meters) tall, weighing about 150 pounds (68 kilograms), with black hair and brown eyes. He is described as armed and dangerous, but Heward said it's unknown whether he has a weapon in his possession. Utah law enforcement officials said a weapon was found inside the wrecked Jetta. Van Fleet said there was no indication the two drivers had interacted before the Wednesday shooting. The attack occurred after the Jetta and Range Rover cleared a traffic slowdown that resulted when two big rigs were side by side as one passed the other, Van Fleet said. The passenger in the Range Rover called 911 to report the shooting and provided a description of the Jetta, which had a unique antennae, according to the Utah Department of Public Safety. Another motorist - an emergency medical technician - stopped to help and confirmed the driver had died. The injured passenger was taken to a hospital.
The Volkswagen Jetta has been a best-selling compact sedan since 1979. It is very popular and loved by many car enthusiasts because of its classy design, refined cabin, strong engine options, plus the space and comfort it provides. Fuel economy is another advantage, especially because it is common for family use regardless of its sporty look. You will be able to notice a fall on engine performance when the oil burns excessively and when there is a smoke in the exhaust. Sometimes, the engine compression issue causes the oil to burn due to faulty seal or leaking gasket. You will need a trained and professional VW Jetta mechanic to help you with proper diagnosis of this poor compression problem. Smoke in the exhaust can also be the result of a clogged PVC valve or worn-out valve seals. A clogged PVC system will not work properly and may lead the oil to go back into the engine. PVC valve replacement is the best solution to this. You will also need to change the faulty valve seals with new ones.
The oil can also seep over the rings instead of staying under them, and this will cause a lot of smoke in the exhaust due to worn piston rings. There are some situations that a grooved cylinder walls can be the cause of this problem. And you will really need to see and let a qualified mechanic provide you with better diagnosis and solutions for that matter. You need to know that removing and replacing possible faulty components are not easy tasks that you can simply do at home. Always ask a qualified mechanic to replace faulty or broken components such as PVC valve, valve seals, piston rings, and gaskets to prevent further damage on your Volkswagen Jetta. Oil puddles are the result of oil leaks. Upon checking the level of your oil with the use of a dipstick, you will notice that you have consumed more oil than usual and that the oil level is always low. If you are not sure where the leak is coming from, it is recommended not to use your Jetta for a while and monitor where it leaves puddles, and then do a visual inspection. Replace broken gaskets and seals, and change your oil if needed to prevent it from spreading damage in other parts of your Jetta.
