Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Tuesday, November 12, 2024

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

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  • AK24115115

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Death Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On 11/11/2024 at approximately 2130 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a death investigation in Wasilla. Investigation revealed. Gregory Danjin 79 YOA was found deceased. No signs of foul play suspected. Next of Kin was on scene. 

    Posted on 11/12/2024 3:55:05 AM by DPS\mdbarela

  • AK24115083

    Location: Talkeetna
    Type: Death Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On 11/11/2024 at approximately 1814 hours, AST received a report of a deceased male located at a residence on Talkeetna Spur Road in Talkeetna.  The male who was identified as Edward Schofield, 75 YOA of Talkeetna, was located by his wife.  Edward was pronounced deceased by EMS.  Edwards remains have been transported to the SME’s office pending an autopsy.  At this time, the NOK has been notified.  Foul play is not a factor in this case.

    Posted on 11/12/2024 3:51:52 AM by DPS\swcorino

  • AK24115190

    Location: Glennallen
    Type: DUI, MIW 4

    Dispatch Text:

    On 11/12/42 at approximately 0730 hours, Glennallen AST received a report of a vehicle in the ditch with unknown injuries near mile 70 of the Richardson Hwy. AST responded and investigation revealed Donald Kompkoff age 36, of Copper Center was driving while intoxicated and drove into the ditch. He was arrested for DUI and MIW 4. He was transported to the Glennallen Trooper Post and held until arraignment.

    Posted on 11/12/2024 2:34:23 PM by DPS\jcsomerville

  • AK24115171

    Location: Big Lake
    Type: Burglary / Theft

    Dispatch Text:

    On 11/12/2024 at approximately 0609 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a theft from a residence on Musk Ox Street in Big Lake. Unknown suspect(s) unlawfully entered the dwelling and vehicle and stole property. Anyone with information related to this incident is urged to contact Troopers, Crime Stoppers, or AK Tips. 

    Posted on 11/12/2024 5:33:50 PM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK24115225

    Location: Palmer
    Type: DWLS

    Dispatch Text:

    On 11/12/2024 at approximately 1003 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a Report Every Dangerous Driver Immediately report on Crabb Cir in Palmer. Investigation led to the arrest of Cody Chandler, age 34 of Palmer, for Driving While License Suspended. Chandler was remanded to the Mat-Su Pretrial Facility and released on his own recognizance. 

    Posted on 11/12/2024 5:49:20 PM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK24115311

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: DWLR

    Dispatch Text:

    On 11/12/2024 at approximately 1338 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on Peninsula Drive and Pittman. Investigation led to the arrest of Karen Thomas, age 35 of Wasilla, for Driving While License Revoked. Thomas was remanded to the Mat-Su Pretrial Facility and released on her own recognizance. 

    Posted on 11/12/2024 6:03:06 PM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK24115476

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Leaving the scene of an accident

    Dispatch Text:

    On 11/12/2024 at approximately 1910 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to the area of Clapp Street and KGB for a motor vehicle collision vs pedestrian. The suspect vehicle took off after colliding with the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained non life threatening injuries. The vehicle was described as a red sedan. Anyone who witnessed the collision or with information is encouraged to call the Alaska State Troopers at 907-352-5401. 

    Posted on 11/12/2024 11:47:31 PM by DPS\mdbarela

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  • AK24115135

    Location: North Pole
    Type: False Report

    Dispatch Text:

    On 11/12/2024 at 2239 Troopers responded to the call of a domestic disturbance. An investigation was conducted, and charges are being forwarded on Cliff Ford for False Report.

    Posted on 11/12/2024 8:07:24 AM by DPS\hrchurness

  • AK24084214

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 11/12/2024 a Trooper conducted a traffic stop for an equipment violation. One of the occupants was identified as Ashley Williams. Williams was arrested for a warrant at 0257 hours and transported to FCC.

    Posted on 11/12/2024 3:51:55 AM by DPS\hrchurness

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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.