Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Saturday, November 23, 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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  • AK24118991

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Criminal Mischief IV, DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 11/22/2024 at approximately 2226 hours, MATCOM received a report of a domestic disturbance located near Wasilla-Fishhook Road and Palmer-Fishhook Road. Troopers contacted Tava Elizabeth Machado, age 22 of Wasilla. Investigation revealed Tava intentionally caused damage to the property of another in the amount of approximately $575.00. Tava was arrested and transported to Mat-Su Pre-Trial where she was remanded on a charge of Criminal Mischief in the 4th degree, per domestic violence and held no bail. 

    Posted on 11/23/2024 2:26:31 AM by DPS\nlhenderson

  • AK24118993

    Location: Palmer
    Type: MICS 3, MIW 2, THEFT 2, MICS 4

    Dispatch Text:

    On 11/22/24 at 2205 hours, AST responded to a gas station in near Wasilla and contacted Deanna Granbois in her vehicle. An investigation found Deanna was selling narcotics from her vehicle in the parking lot. Deanna was arrested transported and remanded for MICS 3rd, MICS 4th, MIW 2nd, and Theft 2nd.

    Posted on 11/23/2024 3:38:34 AM by DPS\jbbarker

  • AK24119015

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: MICS, Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 11/22/24 at approximately 2312 hours Palmer AST located a vehicle parked in the middle of the road on S Singing Woods Dr near Edelweiss in Wasilla. AST contacted 2 people inside the vehicle. The driver, Kali Zander age 43 of Wasilla, was found to have 3 outstanding warrants for her arrest. The first warrant was for Misconduct Involving Controlled Substances 5th Degree with a bail of $500, the second was for DUI and Misconduct Involving Controlled Substances 5th Degree with a bail of $500, the third was for Theft 1st Degree, Burglary 2nd Degree and several other charges with a bail of $1000. The male passenger, Jack Fleckenstein, age 41 of Wasilla, was found to be in possession of methamphetamine and was subsequently issued a misdemeanor citation for Misconduct Involving Controlled Substances 5th Degree. The vehicle was impounded pending further investigation. Zander was arrested and remanded at Mat-Su Pretrial on her warrants without incident. Investigation continues.

    Posted on 11/23/2024 4:57:42 AM by DPS\cdwebb

  • AK24119217

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Vehicle collision

    Dispatch Text:

    Update:

    On 1/27/2025 the blood test from the crime lab returned showing Kelley was under the influence of narcotics during the collision. Charges for driving under the influence and assault in the third degree were forwarded to the District Attorney’s Office.

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    On 11/23/2024 AST responded to the intersection of Knik Goose Bay Rd and S Royal Lane for a vehicle collision.  The investigation showed that a Dodge truck entered oncoming traffic and struck a Ford SUV head on.  The driver of the Dodge showed signs of impairment, and both drivers were transported to the hospital with serious injuries.  The investigation is ongoing.   

    Posted on 11/23/2024 11:28:55 PM by DPS\kchaley

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  • AK24119064

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Assault DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On November 23, 2024, at approximately 0356 hours, the Alaska State Trooper received a report of a rolling domestic violence assault near Airport Way. This case is currently under investigation.

    Posted on 11/23/2024 8:43:17 AM by DPS\rcbell

  • AK24119071

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: DUI

    Dispatch Text:

    On November 23rd, 2024, at about 0649 hours, Troopers responded to the area of Fairway Dr for the report of a single-vehicle MVC. Upon arrival and further investigation, the driver, Dominique Hayes, was arrested for DUI.

    Posted on 11/23/2024 10:05:58 AM by DPS\jwconnolly

  • AK24119093

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Warrant Arrest/ Drugs

    Dispatch Text:

    On November 23, 2024, at approximately 0848 hours, Fairbanks AST conducted a traffic stop on a dark Dodge Charger at the intersection of Parks Highway and Sheep Creek Lane. The driver, identified as Alayna Betcher, had an outstanding bench warrant for Theft. Alayna was arrested for her warrant. Troopers observed a blue pill in the vehicle in plain view. Charges for misconduct involving a controlled substance are pending test results for the substance.

    Posted on 11/23/2024 3:03:01 PM by DPS\jdchipps

  • AK24119172

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Assault DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On November 23, 2024, at approximately 1024 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a past assault that occurred on the 21st. It was reported that a female was assaulted by her boyfriend at an unknown location. The female claimed to have been strangled during the altercation. Investigation is currently ongoing.

    Posted on 11/23/2024 4:37:11 PM by DPS\pptesta

  • AK24108345

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: WARRANT ARREST

    Dispatch Text:

    On 11/22/2024 Alaska State Troopers contacted Julia Ann Pitka during a traffic stop near the area of Airport Way and Washington Dr. Julia was ultimately arrested for an outstanding warrant for her arrest. Julia was remanded to the custody of the Fairbanks Correctional Center.

    Posted on 11/23/2024 8:11:17 PM by DPS\njsorgenfrey

  • AK24118209

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Death Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On 11/20/2024 Alaska State Troopers conducted a death investigation in Fairbanks. The decedent was identified as Julianne Carlo. Investigation revealed no suspected foul play. Next of kin were notified on scene.

    Posted on 11/23/2024 8:20:07 PM by DPS\njsorgenfrey

  • AK24119255

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Assault

    Dispatch Text:

    On 11/23/2024, at approximately 2112 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a disturbance in Fairbanks. Troopers' investigation could not determine the primary physical aggressor. The DA office authorized a no-arrest, and the parties were separated.

    Posted on 11/23/2024 11:31:23 PM by DPS\oamodestoOrdonez

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