Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Any charges reported in these press releases are merely accusations and the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
A Detachment
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AK24044921
Location: SoldotnaType: Warrant ArrestDispatch Text:
On 10/1/24 at 1130 hours, Alaska State Troopers contacted Michael Caine Holland, age 53 of Kasilof, walking along the Sterling Hwy near River and Sea Marine in Soldotna. Investigation revealed Holland had an outstanding arrest warrant for Failure To Appear for a preliminary hearing. Holland was arrested and remanded at Wildwood pretrial with a $500 bail.
Posted on 10/1/2024 6:24:24 PM by DPS\rtennis
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AK24100210
Location: SoldotnaType: Misconduct involving controlled substance 5th/ Tampering with physical evidenceDispatch Text:
On 10/1/24 at 1315 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a residence off West Poppy Rd. in Soldotna for a report of a disturbance. Investigation revealed Kendal Taylor England, 18 of Soldotna, was in possession of a controlled substance and attempted to dispose of it in front of troopers. England was arrested and remanded without bail at Wildwood pretrial on charges of Misconduct Involving a Controlled Substance 5th degree and Tampering with Physical Evidence.
Posted on 10/1/2024 6:50:16 PM by DPS\tdgregory
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AK24099924
Location: KenaiType: Fail to Stop For LEO 1st degree/Reckless Driving/Violate Conditions of ReleaseDispatch Text:
On 9/30/24 at 1830 hours, Alaska State Troopers attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a black SUV traveling at a high rate of speed near mile 8 of the Kenai Spur Hwy in Kenai. While pursuing the vehicle northbound on the Kenai Spur, the vehicle attempted to make a left turn off the Spur Hwy, lost control and collided with a power pole. The driver, Spencer Cole Hinnegan, age 22 of Sterling, was arrested on charges of Fail to Stop at the direction of a Peace Officer and Reckless Driving. Further investigation revealed Hinnegan is on Conditions of Release on Felony Assault charges. Hinnegan was transported and remanded without bail at Wildwood pretrial on the above charges along with Violating his Conditions of Release.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:32:07 AM by DPS\rtennis
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AK24097810
Location: SewardType: InvestigationDispatch Text:
UPDATE 10/1:
On October 1, 2024, a tip from the public helped Troopers locate Danny Lowry and detain him for questioning. Charges for one count of Escape IV have been referred to the District Attorney’s Office. We appreciate all of the assistance from the public in locating Lowry.
UPDATE 9/25 4:45 pm:
On September 25, 2024, around 12:28 am, the Alaska State Troopers and Seward Police Department responded to the area of Balmat Street and Old Nash Road in Seward for reports that a female was unconscious after potentially being shot. Two adult males, including 55-year-old Seward resident Danny Lowry Jr., were detained by responding law enforcement while officers provided emergency first-aid care to the female. A firearm was recovered from Lowry as he was being detained. As law enforcement officers were providing first aid care to the female, Lowry fled the area on foot. Law enforcement officers were not immediately able to locate Lowry, and a coordinated manhunt was initiated consisting of the Southern AST SWAT Team, Southcentral AST SWAT Team, and other Kenai-Peninsula area law enforcement officers. Exhaustive search efforts for Lowry have been unsuccessful, and the SWAT Teams have demobilized from the Seward area while local law enforcement continues to search areas of interest for Lowry.
The female, 51-year-old Seward resident Billie Cubley, was declared deceased at a Seward area hospital after receiving a gunshot wound to the abdomen. Due to the circumstances, the Alaska Bureau of Investigation responded and began a thorough murder investigation into Cubley’s death. Based on their preliminary investigation, Troopers have determined that Cubley was likely struck by the bullet while Lowry was attempting to take the gun from Cubley after she threatened to shoot herself. It is unclear why Lowry fled the scene after being detained by responding law enforcement. An Escape in the Fourth Degree arrest warrant has been requested for Lowry. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Cubley’s next of kin have been notified, and her body will be sent to the State Medical Examiner’s Office for autopsy.
Anyone with information about Danny Lowry’s location should contact the Alaska State Troopers at (907) 262-4453. We appreciate all of the public's assistance during our search and investigation throughout the day.
ORIGINAL: The Alaska State Troopers are looking for 55-year-old Danny Lowry in the Seward area. Lowry is a person of interest in a violent felony crime that occurred early this morning in Seward. Lowry was last seen wearing a dark-colored hooded jacket near Balmat Street and Old Nash Road.
If you see Lowry, do not approach him and call 911 immediately. If you have information on his potential location, contact the Alaska State Troopers at (907) 262-4453. If you have information but would like to remain anonymous, you can submit tips through the AKTips smartphone app or online at: https://a.tip411.com/alerts/89952Posted on 9/25/2024 7:48:24 AM by DPS\ajmcdaniel . Edited on 10/1/2024 4:52:28 PM by DPS\ajmcdaniel
B Detachment
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AK24100300
Location: WasillaType: Criminal Mischief DVDispatch Text:
On 10/01/2024 at approximately 1530 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to an address on Tattler Cir. in Wasilla for a domestic disturbance. Investigation revealed a 16-year-old male committed the crime of Criminal Mischief DV. Charges are being forwarded to the Dept. of Juvenile Justice.
Posted on 10/1/2024 6:18:24 PM by DPS\rranderson
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AK24100090
Location: PalmerType: Motor Vehicle Collision - Damage OnlyDispatch Text:
On 01/10/2024 at approximately 0953 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to mile 37 Glenn Hwy in Palmer for a two-vehicle collision. No injuries were reported. The roadway was blocked for a short time.
Posted on 10/1/2024 6:20:01 PM by DPS\rranderson
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AK24100180
Location: WasillaType: Death InvestigationDispatch Text:
On 10/01/2024 at approximately 1303 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to an address on Stacy Street in Wasilla for a report of a deceased person. Investigation revealed a 34-year-old male was deceased from an apparent overdose. Next of kin have been notified and investigation into this incident is ongoing.
Posted on 10/1/2024 6:21:37 PM by DPS\rranderson
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AK24100308
Location: WasillaType: Motor Vehicle Collision - InjuryDispatch Text:
On 10/01/2024 at approximately 1617 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to Knik Goose Bay and Settler's Bay Road in Wasilla for a vehicle v ATV collision. Investigation revealed a juvenile on an ATV entered the roadway in front of a white Ford Ranger that was travelling south on Knik Goose Bay. The juvenile sustained injuries and was transported to a local hospital. The roadway was shut down for a short time.
Posted on 10/1/2024 6:24:03 PM by DPS\rranderson
C Detachment
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AK24097187
Location: KodiakType: Assault - Non DV [A13N]Dispatch Text:
On 09/23/2024 at approximately 13:26 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault in Kodiak. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:41:38 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24097249
Location: SavoongaType: Violate Conditions [VIOL]Dispatch Text:
On 09/23/2024 at approximately 15:00 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person violating their conditions of release in Savoonga. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 33 YOA Sidney Kulowiyi of Savoonga for Assault 4, Resisting or Interfering with Arrest, and VCOR.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:42:15 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24097407
Location: ShishmarefType: Stalking [STAL]Dispatch Text:
On 09/24/2024 at approximately 00:13 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a trespass in Shishmaref. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 37 YOA Peter Weyiouanna of Shishmaref for Stalking 2.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:42:50 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24097555
Location: KodiakType: Traffic [TRAF]Dispatch Text:
On 09/24/2024 at approximately 13:06 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on a speeding vehicle in Kodiak. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 32 YOA Daniel Cornelius of Kodiak for Failure to Stop at the Direction of a Peace Officer in the First Degree, Reckless Driving, and DUI.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:43:50 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24097582
Location: StebbinsType: Assault - Non DV [A13N]Dispatch Text:
On 09/24/2024 at approximately 13:37 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault in the village of Stebbins. The investigation continues.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:44:30 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24097755
Location: StebbinsType: Assault - DV [A13D]Dispatch Text:
On 09/24/2024 at approximately 19:57 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault in the village of Stebbins. The investigation continues.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:45:02 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24097881
Location: GambellType: Assault - DV [A13D]Dispatch Text:
On 09/25/2024 at approximately 09:39 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault in the village of Gambell. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 34 YOA Stephen Apangalook of Gambell for Assault in the Fourth Degree.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:46:41 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24098002
Location: StebbinsType: Destruction/Damage/Vandalism [DEST]Dispatch Text:
On 09/24/2024 at approximately 18:00 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a vandalism in the village of Stebbins. At least 20 of the runway lights at the airport have been broken. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:47:35 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24098020
Location: KodiakType: Violate Conditions [VIOL]Dispatch Text:
On 09/25/2024 at approximately 12:46 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person violating their conditions of release in Kodiak. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 58 YOA Teddy Vonscheele of Kodiak for VCOR.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:48:08 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24098192
Location: SelawikType: Assault - DV [A13D]Dispatch Text:
On 09/25/2024 at approximately 21:29 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person causing a disturbance at a local residence in Selawik. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 36 YOA Nina Oviok of Selawik for 2 counts of Assault in the Fourth Degree.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:48:45 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24098205
Location: NoatakType: Deceased Person [DECP]Dispatch Text:
On 09/25/2024 at approximately 19:44 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a death at a residence in the village of Noatak. 85 YOA Roland Booth of Noatak has passed away from natural causes. Next of kin was on scene, the Medical Examiner's office has been notified, and the remains have been released to the family.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:49:35 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24098646
Location: KodiakType: Driving Under the Influence [DUI]Dispatch Text:
On 09/27/2024 at approximately 01:14 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a vehicle accident and possible DUI in Kodiak. An individual crashed his vehicle on his property and was observed to be under the influence. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 52 YOA Dale Lhotka of Kodiak for DUI.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:51:09 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24098855
Location: Norton Sound RegionType: Sexual Abuse of a Minor [SEXB]Dispatch Text:
On 09/27/2024 at approximately 14:57 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a sexual abuse of a minor in the Norton Sound Region. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:52:40 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24098856
Location: NomeType: Assault - Non DV [A13N]Dispatch Text:
On 09/27/2024 at approximately 12:14 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a report of an assault in Nome. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 62 YOA Michael Benchoff of Nome for Assault 3 and Misconduct Involving Weapons 4.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:53:23 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24099121
Location: Norton Sound RegionType: Sexual Abuse of a Minor [SEXB]Dispatch Text:
On 09/28/2024 at approximately 10:11 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a sexual abuse of a minor after the fact in the Norton Sound Region. The investigation continues.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:54:13 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24099125
Location: KodiakType: Violate Conditions [VIOL]Dispatch Text:
On 09/28/2024 at approximately 09:21 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person violating their conditions of release in Kodiak. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 31 YOA Kendra Lukin of Kodiak for 5 counts of VCOR.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:54:47 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24098887
Location: GraylingType: DisturbanceDispatch Text:
On 9/27/24, at about 1600 hours, State Troopers received a report of an assault in Grayling. The investigation continues.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:59:26 AM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK24098985
Location: KongiganakType: Assault - DVDispatch Text:
On 09/27/24 at approximately 19:59 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault-DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 58 YOA David Lewis of Kongiganak for Assault 3 x 2 and Assault 4.
Posted on 10/1/2024 9:00:24 AM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK24099038
Location: Holy CrossType: Assault - DVDispatch Text:
On 09/27/24 at approximately 23:40 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault-DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 18 YOA Travis Demientieff of Holy Cross for Assault 4 and an active warrant.
Posted on 10/1/2024 9:01:28 AM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK24099069
Location: AtmautluakType: Destruction/Damage/VandalismDispatch Text:
On 09/28/24 at approximately 01:54 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of criminal mischief. Investigative results were forwarded to the DA' s office for review and charging determination.
Posted on 10/1/2024 9:02:13 AM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK24099176
Location: YK DeltaType: Sexual Abuse of a MinorDispatch Text:
On 09/28/2024 at approximately 13:04 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Abuse of a Minor, after the fact. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 10/1/2024 9:03:22 AM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK24099195
Location: YK DeltaType: Sexual AssaultDispatch Text:
On 09/28/2024 at approximately 13:11 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Assault. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 10/1/2024 9:04:31 AM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK24099207
Location: NunapitchukType: Criminal MischiefDispatch Text:
On 09/28/24 at approximately 14:40 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of criminal mischief . Investigation resulted in the arrest of 32 YOA Byron Chaliak of Nunapitchuk for Criminal Trespass, Burglary 2 and Criminal Mischief 3.
Posted on 10/1/2024 9:05:37 AM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK24099194
Location: KotzebueType: Liquor Laws [LIQU]Dispatch Text:
On 09/28/2024 at approximately 13:47 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person violating the liquor laws in Kotzebue. 10 750 ml. bottles of R&R and 612.7 g. of marijuana were found on their way to Port Hope. Investigative results have been forwarded to the DA's office for review and charging determination.
Posted on 10/1/2024 9:06:08 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24099342
Location: EkwokType: Search and RescueDispatch Text:
On 09/28/2024 at approximately 22:08 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a request for a Search and Rescue two miles down river from Ekwokinvolving a person unable to navigate the river in the dark. The VPO in Ekwok located the person the next morning and assisted. No injuries reported.
Posted on 10/1/2024 9:06:57 AM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK24099233
Location: SelawikType: Violate Conditions [VIOL]Dispatch Text:
On 09/28/2024 at approximately 15:24 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person violating their conditions of release in Selawik. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 39 YOA Victor Ballot of Selawik for VCOR.
Posted on 10/1/2024 9:06:59 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24099241
Location: SelawikType: Assault - Non DV [A13N]Dispatch Text:
On 09/28/2024 at approximately 14:55 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault outside a residence in Selawik. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 10/1/2024 9:07:27 AM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24099449
Location: BethelType: Assault - Non DVDispatch Text:
On 09/29/24 at approximately 10:36 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault Non-DV. Investigative results were forwarded to the DA' s office for review and charging determination.
Posted on 10/1/2024 9:07:50 AM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK24099545
Location: EmmonakType: DisturbanceDispatch Text:
On 09/29/24 at approximately 15:07 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a disturbance. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 34 YOA Joseph Peters of Emmonak for Violation of a Protective Order and Criminal Mischief.
Posted on 10/1/2024 9:08:44 AM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK24099546
Location: AlakanukType: Assault - DVDispatch Text:
On 09/29/24 at approximately 16:42 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault -DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 33 YOA Steven Regis of Alakanuk for Assault 1, Assault 2 and Assault 3.
Posted on 10/1/2024 9:09:53 AM by DPS\tjsmith3
D Detachment
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AK24090223
Location: FairbanksType: Warrant ArrestDispatch Text:
On 10/01/2024 at 0753 hours a Trooper was on routine patrol at the Farmers Loop East transfer site. He identified Ruby Sullivan at the site, who had three warrants out for her arrest. She was placed under arrest without incident and remanded at FCC.
Posted on 10/1/2024 8:42:46 AM by DPS\hrchurness
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AK24099375
Location: FairbanksType: DUIDispatch Text:
On 9-29-24 at about 0020 hours AST stopped a vehicle for a moving violation and an equipment violation. Investigation showed that the driver, Bernard Yates, age 45 of Fairbanks, was impaired. He was arrested for DUI and remanded to FCC without incident.
Posted on 10/1/2024 12:56:03 AM by DPS\bmhatch
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AK24099398
Location: FairbanksType: MICS 6Dispatch Text:
On 9-29-24 at about 0230 hours, AST contacted three 18-year-old males at a gas station. They were identified as Aaron Curry, Max Matherly and Miles Matherly. During the course of the contact, it was learned that the three were in possession of marijuana. They were issued summons and released on scene.
Posted on 10/1/2024 1:28:07 AM by DPS\bmhatch
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AK24089993
Location: FairbanksType: Warrant ArrestDispatch Text:
On 10/01/2024 at 0016 hours a Trooper conducted a traffic stop on a bicycle for an equipment violation. Stephanie Crump was identified as the rider and was arrested without incident for her warrant.
Posted on 10/1/2024 4:51:39 AM by DPS\hrchurness
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AK24100019
Location: FairbanksType: Failure to Register as Sex Offender/ False Report/Warrant ArrestDispatch Text:
On October 1st, 2024, at approximately 0218 hours, AST initiated a traffic stop on a black Ford F150 the driver was identified as Eric Nelson, a further check revealed him to be non- compliant with his Sex Offender Registration. The passenger was identified as Grace Weeks, she initially lied about her name to AST, Grace had an active warrant out for her arrest. Eric Nelson was placed under arrest for Failure to Register as a Sex Offender in 1st, Degree and Grace Weeks was placed under arrest on her warrant and false report, they both were remanded at FCC without further incident.
Posted on 10/1/2024 5:04:03 AM by DPS\bamirr
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AK24092294
Location: FairbanksType: Warrant ArrestDispatch Text:
On 10/01/2024 at 0100 hours a Trooper observed a vehicle bearing incorrect plates at an address in Fairbanks. While at the residence, Clyde Searles was identified and arrested for his three warrants.
Posted on 10/1/2024 5:04:25 AM by DPS\hrchurness
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AK24099958
Location: BeaverType: Assault IV (DV)Dispatch Text:
On 10/1/2024 at approximately 1300 hours, members of the Rural Services Unit with the Alaska State Troopers responded to the community of Bever for a reported domestic disturbance. Troopers arrested 45-year-old Aaron H. Petruska of Bever for assaulting a family member. Petruska was transported to Fairbanks where he was remanded at the Fairbanks Correctional Center where he was held without bail until arraignments.
Posted on 10/1/2024 7:23:40 PM by DPS\jkkimura
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AK Bureau of Highway Patrol
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AK24099835
Location: WasillaType: Improper use of PlatesDispatch Text:
On 09/30/2024 at approximately 1500 hours, the Highway Interdiction K9 Team conducted a traffic stop on a Green Cadillac Deville displaying the wrong license plate. Investigation revealed the driver, Branden Heller, age 37 of Wasilla, had the wrong plates displayed on the rear of the vehicle. Heller was issued a summons to appear in court for Improper Use of Plates.
Posted on 10/1/2024 12:16:09 PM by DPS\glstephens
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