Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Sunday, April 21, 2024

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

A Detachment ...No news reported.

B Detachment

  • AK24036702

    Location: Big Lake
    Type: DUI

    Dispatch Text:

    On 4/20/24 at approximately 2022 hours, the Alaska State Troopers in Big Lake observed a Polaris UTV driving on Hollywood Road and multiple equipment violations were noted.  Troopers stopped the vehicle and contacted the driver, 71-year-old Karl Burns of Wasilla.  Investigation revealed Karl was operating the vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.  Troopers arrested Karl and transported him to Mat-Su Pre-Trial where he was remanded.  

    Posted on 4/21/2024 12:58:51 AM by DPS\mgsidders

  • AK24036744

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: DV Assault 4

    Dispatch Text:

    On 4/21/24 AST responded to a disturbance in Wasilla. Following the investigation Robert Scarborough, age 50 of Wasilla, was arrested and remanded to Mat-Su Pretrial for DV related Assault in the forth degree.

    Posted on 4/21/2024 1:59:56 AM by DPS\jrvenable

  • AK24036723

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Criminal Trespass

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/20/2024, at approximately 2024 hours, AST received a theft report from the Three Bears grocery store. Through investigation, Edward Atwater, age 38 of Wasilla, was arrested for committing the crimes of Criminal Trespass in the 1st degree and Theft in the 4th Degree. Edward was transported to Palmer Pretial, remanded, and held on bail with conditions.

    Posted on 4/21/2024 2:44:32 AM by DPS\jmanspaugh

  • AK24036844

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: DUI

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/21/2024 at approximately 1338 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on the Parks Highway and Pittman Road after observing a Dodge flatbed traveling approximately 85 MPH in a posted 55 MPH zone and stopping in the intersection on a red light. Investigation revealed the driver, Cody Smith aged 34 of Wasilla was operating a motor vehicle after consuming alcoholic beverages. Smith was remanded to Matsu Pretrial on the charge of DUI and held on $500 cash appearance bail.

    Posted on 4/21/2024 5:46:53 PM by DPS\sanorman

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  • AK24036747

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Runaway, Located

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/21/2024, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a 16 year old who ran away from home.  Troopers were able to locate the minor and safely reunite them with the parents.

    Posted on 4/21/2024 6:37:47 AM by DPS\japoole

  • AK24036772

    Location: Ester
    Type: Runaway

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/21/2024, Alaska State Troopers received a report about a 16 year old runaway.  The child was entered into APSIN as a runaway and information was sent out to surrounding agencies.  At this time, it is not believed the child is in danger.  The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/21/2024 6:39:09 AM by DPS\japoole

  • AK24036774

    Location: North Pole
    Type: Runaway

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/21/2024, Alaska State Troopers received a report about a 16 year old runaway. The child was entered into APSIN as a runaway and information was sent out to surrounding agencies. At this time, it is not believed the child is in danger. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/21/2024 6:39:35 AM by DPS\japoole

  • AK24036777

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Death Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/21/24, AST and EMS responded to an assisted care facility in Fairbanks for a report of an unresponsive male. Investigation revealed 90-year-old Ethan Jones passed away in his room. There were no signs of foul play and a funeral home responded for Jone’s remains. Next of kin was advised of Jone’s passing. 

    Posted on 4/21/2024 6:59:05 AM by DPS\jalindblom

  • AK24033453

    Location: Rampart
    Type: Domestic Disturbance

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 10, 2024, Trooper received the report of a domestic disturbance in Rampart. Charges on 35-year-old Randolph Joseph are sent to the District Attorney Office for Assault in the Fourth Degree and Criminal Mischief in the Fifth Degree.

    Posted on 4/21/2024 12:57:16 PM by DPS\jrongstad

  • AK24034550

    Location: Fort Yukon
    Type: Disturbance

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 11, 2024, at approximately 1341 hours, AST received the report that a door had been kicked open, damaging the door. No one saw who broke the door. Case has been closed pending further investigative leads.

    Posted on 4/21/2024 2:01:03 PM by DPS\jrongstad

  • AK24036195

    Location: Allakaket
    Type: Vandalism

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 19, 2024, Troopers received the report of the seat of a snowmachine getting slashed. The owner of the snowmachine did not want to press charges. 

    Posted on 4/21/2024 2:40:18 PM by DPS\jrongstad

  • AK24036882

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Burglary

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 21, 2024, at approximately 1418 hours the Alaska State Troopers received a report of a burglary after the fact in the area of Old Murphy Dome Rd. This case is currently under investigation. 

    Posted on 4/21/2024 6:27:26 PM by DPS\rcbell

  • AK24036908

    Location: Tok
    Type: Death Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 21, 2024, at approximately 1456 hours Alaska State Troopers in Tok responded to a report of a deceased individual at a residence in Tok.  Investigation showed no signs of foul play and next of kin were notified.  

    Posted on 4/21/2024 6:42:41 PM by DPS\jnburnham

  • AK24036920

    Location: Tok
    Type: Harassment

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 21, 2024, at approximately 0820 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of Harassment, which was occurring through text messages. Investigation is ongoing. 

    Posted on 4/21/2024 6:45:02 PM by DPS\jnburnham

  • AK24025959

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 21, 2024 at approximately 2006 hours, Fairbanks AST conducted a traffic stop on two bicyclists traveling in the wrong lane of travel on Van Horn Road. One of the cyclists was identified as Carlton Towne III who had an outstanding bench warrant for two felonies: theft in the second degree and burglary in the second degree.

    Carleton was arrested and remanded to FCC without incident.

    Posted on 4/21/2024 11:24:28 PM by DPS\jdchipps

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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.