Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Saturday, April 20, 2024

Any charges reported in these press releases are merely accusations and the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

A Detachment

  • AK24036444

    Location: Cooper Landing
    Type: DUI

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/19/2024 at about 1913 hours, Seward AST conducted a traffic stop on the Sterling Highway in Cooper Landing. The investigation revealed Tally Meyers, 33 of Anchorage, was driving under the influence (DUI). Tally was placed under arrest for DUI and remanded to Wildwood Pretrial.

    Posted on 4/20/2024 4:09:37 PM by DPS\jlyavorsky

B Detachment

  • AK24036159

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/19/2024 AST contacted Chase Elder, age 22 of Wasilla, in Wasilla. Chase was arrested on an outstanding arrest warrant (3PA-23-02335CR, O/C Misconduct involving controlled substances in the fifth degree) and remanded to Mat-Su Pretrial.

    Update- Following a search warrant of Elders vehicle, a new charge of Misconduct involving controlled substances in the fifth degree was referred to the DAO. 

    Posted on 4/19/2024 5:19:03 AM by DPS\jrvenable . Edited on 4/20/2024 1:47:08 AM by DPS\jrvenable

  • AK24036475

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: DUI

    Dispatch Text:

    On 4/19/24 at 2154 hrs, the Alaska State Troopers responded to an address in Wasilla for the report of a disturbance. Investigation revealed that, Samuel Anderson, age 39 of Wasilla, had driven under the influence of alcohol. Samuel was arrested without incident and transported to Mat-Su Pre-Trial were he was booked and subsequently released on his own recognizance.

    Posted on 4/20/2024 12:25:08 AM by DPS\kdoakes

  • AK24036455

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: DV Crim Mis 5

    Dispatch Text:

    On 4/19/24 AST responded to an after-the-fact disturbance in Wasilla. Following the investigation, a DV-related criminal mischief in the fifth degree charge against a juvenile was forwarded to Juvenile Justice.

    Posted on 4/20/2024 6:35:15 AM by DPS\jrvenable

  • AK24036424

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Assault

    Dispatch Text:

    On 4/19/24 AST responded to an assault in Wasilla. Following the investigation, charges of Assault in the fourth degree and Disorderly conduct in the first degree against two juveniles were forwarded to Juvenile Justice.

    Posted on 4/20/2024 6:46:03 AM by DPS\jrvenable

  • AK24036511

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: DUI

    Dispatch Text:

    On 4/20/24 at approximately 0121 hours, the Alaska State Troopers in Wasilla contacted 61-year-old George Koval on a traffic stop for a moving offense.  Investigation revealed George was operating his vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.  Troopers arrested George and transported him to Mat-Su Pre-Trial where he was remanded.  

    Posted on 4/20/2024 3:12:55 AM by DPS\mgsidders

  • AK24036518

    Location: Palmer
    Type: DUI

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/20/2024, at approximately 0149 hours, AST conducted a traffic stop on a white sedan for a moving violation on Palmer Wasilla Highway. Investigation revealed, the driver, Donald Redick, age 46 of Wasilla, was operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. Donald was arrested and remanded at MSPT where he was held until sober, then released on his own recognizance.

    Posted on 4/20/2024 4:48:44 AM by DPS\jjmichels

  • AK24036528

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: DUI & Misconduct Involving Weapons 4

    Dispatch Text:

    On 4/20/24 at 0257 hrs, AST responded to the area of Seward Meridian Parkway and Palmer Wasilla Highway for the report of a disturbance. Investigation revealed that a driver, Jesse Deru, age 30 of Wasilla, was driving under the influence of alcohol and was in possession of a firearm while intoxicated. Jesse was arrested and transported to Mat-Su Pre-Trial where he was booked and subsequently released on his own recognizance.

    Posted on 4/20/2024 4:59:50 AM by DPS\kdoakes

C Detachment ...No news reported.

D Detachment

  • AK24036495

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: DWLR Misd, Reckless Driving

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 19th 2024, at about 2039, Troopers received multiple 911 calls about a dangerous driver in Salcha. Upon contact and further investigation with the vehicle and driver, Amanda Weiss, Amanda was arrested for DWLR and Reckless Driving. Amanda was remanded to FCC without incident.

    Posted on 4/20/2024 1:16:48 AM by DPS\jwconnolly

  • AK24036355

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 19, 2024, at approximately 1602 hours, Fairbanks AST served an arrest warrant on Seth Burchell for Sexual Abuse of a Minor in the first degree in the area of Gaffney Road on Fort Wainwright. Seth was arrested and remanded to FCC without incident.

    Posted on 4/20/2024 1:27:53 AM by DPS\jdchipps

  • AK24035173

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Disorderly Conduct

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 19, 2024, at approximately 2127 hours, Fairbanks AST responded to the area of Steele Creek for a report of unreasonably loud noise. An investigation of disorderly conduct is underway.

    Posted on 4/20/2024 1:50:43 AM by DPS\jdchipps

  • AK24036527

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Assault

    Dispatch Text:

    On 4/20/2024, Alaska State Troopers responded to the Chena Pump Boat Launch for a report of an Assault. Investigation is on-going.

    Posted on 4/20/2024 4:59:51 AM by DPS\jalindblom

  • AK24036513

    Location: North Pole
    Type: Disturbance

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 19, 2024, at approximately 2332 hours, Troopers responded to the area of Yeanan Drive in North Pole for a disturbance. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/20/2024 5:07:38 AM by DPS\arurban

  • AK23108838

    Location: Cantwell
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 4-19-24, Parks Highway Alaska State Troopers stopped a vehicle for a moving violation at mile 199 of the Parks Highway.  An investigation disclosed the driver Anquanique Smith, age 31 of Fairbanks, had an outstanding arrest warrant.  Original charge was Theft 4th degree.  Smith was transported to the Fairbanks Correctional Center and remanded in lieu of $250 bail.  

    Posted on 4/20/2024 6:51:49 AM by DPS\gdyoung

  • AK24036529

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Hindering Prosecution

    Dispatch Text:

    On 4-20-24 AST conducted a traffic stop on Old Airport Way.  Investigation showed that Michael Fielder, age 27 of North Pole, attempted to hinder the apprehension of Haylee Whitmore, age 21 of Fairbanks, who had an active warrant for her arrest.  Both Whitmore and Fielder were booked into FCC without incident.

    Posted on 4/20/2024 7:21:25 AM by DPS\bmhatch

  • AK24036525

    Location: North Pole
    Type: Assault 2 DV, Criminal Mischief 5, MICS 5

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/20/2024, Alaska State Troopers responded to a disturbance in Moose Creek.  The investigation resulted in the arrest of Rebecca Jones, 53, for assaulting her household member, criminal mischief for damaging windows, and misconduct involving controlled substance for possessing methamphetamine.

    Posted on 4/20/2024 7:33:31 AM by DPS\japoole

  • AK24036543

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Fraud

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 19, 2024, at 1351 hours, the Alaska State Troopers received a report of fraudulent checks at Pikes Waterfront Lodge. This case is currently under investigation. 

    Posted on 4/20/2024 7:53:50 AM by DPS\rcbell

  • AK24036463

    Location: Delta Junction
    Type: Assault 4 DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 4-19-24 Delta Junction AST received a report of an assault at a residence near the Richardson Hwy. Delta Junction AST responded and investigation showed Benjamin Knix had assaulted a significant other. Benjamin was placed under arrest and transported to FCC. 

    Posted on 4/20/2024 12:04:00 PM by DPS\cihudson

  • AK24036287

    Location: Delta Junction
    Type: Theft

    Dispatch Text:

    On 4-19-24 Delta Junction AST received a report of a potential fraudulent cashing of checks. The complainant later told AST there was no issue and there was some confusion which had been cleared up. The case is currently closed unless further information is presented. 

    Posted on 4/20/2024 12:06:41 PM by DPS\cihudson

E Detachment ...No news reported.

Headquarters ...No news reported.

AK Wildlife Troopers ...No news reported.

AK Bureau of Investigation ...No news reported.

AK Bureau of Highway Patrol ...No news reported.

AK Bureau of Judicial Services ...No news reported.

AK Div of Fire and Life Safety ...No news reported.