Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Saturday, November 4, 2023
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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AK23116247
Location: Anchor PointType: New Owner Fail to Transfer TitleDispatch Text:
On 11/03/2023 at 2332 hours the Alaska State Troopers in Anchor Point conducted a traffic stop on North Fork Road for a moving violation. Investigation determined the driver, Cory Plymire, age63 from Anchor Point failed to register her vehicle in the required amount of time. Plymire was issued a misdemeanor summons for New Owner Failure to Transfer Title.
Posted on 11/4/2023 5:58:48 PM by DPS\dwbozman
B Detachment
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AK23109601
Location: WillowType: Assault / Warrant ArrestDispatch Text:
On October 14th, 2023, at approximately 1046 hours, AST arrived to the area of Parks Highway and Hidden Hills for reports of domestic violence involving a firearm. Investigation revealed that Joshua Greene, age 39 of Willow, had used a dangerous instrument to place another in fear of immediate physical instrument. At the time of AST's arrival, Joshua was no longer on scene, and unable to be located. An arrest warrant was issued for Assault 3 and Assault 4 for this incident.
On 11/4/2023, AST responded to the same area for a report of a possible vehicle theft. While the vehicle issue was a civil matter, AST contacted Joshua Greene and placed him under arrest for the aforementioned warrants. Greene was provided transport to Mat-Su Pretrial where he was held on a $1,500 bail.
Posted on 11/4/2023 5:40:48 PM by DPS\krklingen
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AK23116312
Location: WillowType: Vehicle TheftDispatch Text:
On 11/4/2023, at approximately 1044 hours, while patrolling the area of Hidden Hills and Caswell Lakes, AST located a red GMC Yukon abandoned near the railroad tracks. A records check on the vehicle indicated that it was stolen out of Wasilla, dating back to 9/18/2023. The registered owner was contacted and a tow truck removed the vehicle for safekeeping. Investigation is ongoing in conjunction with Wasilla Police Department. Anyone with information, please contact the Alaska State Troopers at (907) 352-5401 or AKtips (https://dps.alaska.gov/ast/tips).
Posted on 11/4/2023 5:52:20 PM by DPS\krklingen
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AK23114142
Location: HoustonType: DVPO ViolationDispatch Text:
On 11/03/2023 AST contacted Emily Lopez, age 35 of Houston, for multiple DVPO violations spanning several days. Lopez was arrested and remanded to Mat-Su Pretrial without incident.
Posted on 11/4/2023 3:26:06 AM by DPS\jrvenable
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AK23116430
Location: WasillaType: TrespassDispatch Text:
On 11/04/23 AST responded to a trespass on Sunrise Drive. Troopers contacted Christopher Wesolowski, age 22 of Kodiak, who refused to identify himself. When Troopers attempted to detain him, Wesolowski began to pull away and push past Troopers which led to a fight resulting in his arrest. Wesolowski was remanded to Mat-Su Pretrial for Criminal Trespass in the first degree, Criminal Trespass in the second degree, Disorderly Conduct, and Resisting Arrest.
Posted on 11/4/2023 8:21:17 PM by DPS\jrvenable
C Detachment ...No news reported.
D Detachment
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AK23116310
Location: North PoleType: Domestic ViolenceDispatch Text:
On 11/04/2023 at approximately 0912 hours, Alaska State Troopers, took a report of a past domestic violence incident/strangulation, in the North Pole area. This case is still under investigation.
Posted on 11/4/2023 10:56:49 AM by DPS\jbchroniger
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AK23116232
Location: FairbanksType: Missing PersonDispatch Text:
Update: Thank you for your assistance, Norman Hilliker was located safely.
Original: Alaska State Troopers in Fairbanks are requesting the public's assistance in locating 61-year-old Norman Hilliker in Fairbanks. He is believed to have been last seen on October 29, 2023. He frequently rides a bike and it is believed that he went into Fairbanks to cash a check. He is a white male, 5ft 9in tall and 155 lbs with brown hair and hazel eyes. Anyone with information regarding Hilliker’s whereabouts is asked to call Fairbanks Dispatch at (907) 451-5100. For more information click here: https://www.tip411.com/alerts/86985
Posted on 11/4/2023 1:09:49 PM by SOA\jsdougherty
E Detachment ...No news reported.
Headquarters ...No news reported.
AK Wildlife Troopers ...No news reported.
AK Bureau of Investigation
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AK23115307
Location: HealyType: Trooper Involved Shooting / Pursuit / Highway ClosureDispatch Text:
Update 11/4: The law enforcement officers that discharged their firearms during the incident that occurred on November 1 on the Parks Highway are identified as:
- Alaska State Trooper Sergeant Aaron Mobley, a 20-year veteran of the Alaska State Troopers currently assigned to the Fairbanks Criminal Suppression Unit
- Alaska State Trooper Scott McAfee, an 8-year veteran of the Alaska State Troopers currently assigned to the Fairbanks Criminal Suppression Unit
- Alaska State Trooper Trevor Norris, a 2-year veteran of the Alaska State Troopers currently assigned to the Fairbanks Criminal Suppression Unit
- North Slope Borough Police Department Task Force Officer John Swope, a 2-year veteran of the NSBPD, currently assigned to the Fairbanks Area Narcotics Team
The Alaska Bureau of Investigation is continuing its thorough investigation into this incident.
Update 11/2 8:30 am: The adult male driver is identified as 45-year-old Fairbanks resident Michael Grimes. His next of kin have been notified. Further investigation resulted in the arrest of the female passenger for Misconduct Involving a Weapon III. 42-year-old North Pole resident Melody Perry was remanded to Fairbanks Correctional Center following her arrest. The Alaska Bureau of Investigation is continuing its investigation into the incident.Update 11/1 4:45 pm:
On November 1, 2023, at 1:11 pm, the Alaska State Troopers attempted to stop a pick-up truck on the Parks Highway just north of Healy. The pick-up truck failed to stop for the marked Trooper vehicles, and a pursuit was initiated heading northbound towards Fairbanks. During the pursuit, the driver of the pick-up shot a firearm multiple times at Troopers pursuing the vehicle. Due to the extreme public safety risk that the driver posed to the public, Troopers and other law enforcement officers assisting with the pursuit returned fire, striking the driver. Through vehicle interdiction tactics, including spike strips and a pursuit intervention technique (PIT), the vehicle came to a stop. After the vehicle was stopped, there was an additional exchange of gunfire between law enforcement officers and the suspect. The driver was declared deceased at the scene. An adult female passenger was unharmed. No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident. The Parks Highway was intermittently closed for approximately 3.5 hours as Troopers documented the scene and removed the vehicles from the roadway. The adult male suspect’s body has been sent to the State Medical Examiner’s Office for autopsy, and his identity will be released when next of kin have been notified.
The Alaska Bureau of Investigation has responded to conduct a thorough investigation into the shooting. The law enforcement officers who discharged their firearm have been placed on 72 hours of administrative leave in accordance with department policy. The names of the officers who discharged their weapons will be released in 72 hours. Once ABI’s investigation is complete, it will be independently reviewed by the Alaska Office of Special Prosecutions.
Original: The Parks Highway is closed in both directions between miles 250 - 257 due to law enforcement activity in the area. There is no active public safety threat; however, Troopers encourage drivers to avoid the area. The closure is expected to last for multiple hours. Updates will be posted to 511 Alaska.
Posted on 11/1/2023 2:33:40 PM by DPS\ajmcdaniel . Edited on 11/4/2023 2:27:19 PM by DPS\ajmcdaniel
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