Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Tuesday, February 11, 2025

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

  • AK25013070

    Location: Big Lake
    Type: DUI

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/11/2025 at approximately 1119 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on Big Lake Road and Parks Hwy in Big Lake. Investigation led to the arrest of the driver, Steven Seime, age 60 of Wasilla, for driving under the influence. Seime was remanded to the Mat-Su Pretrial Facility. 

    Posted on 2/11/2025 4:44:38 PM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK25013078

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Criminal Mischief, Theft & Trespassing

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/11/2025 at approximately 1443 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a property near Oat Street and Blue Lupine in Wasilla for a vandalism and theft report. Unknown suspect(s) trespassed on the property and vandalized the buildings and stole items. Anyone with information is urged to contact Troopers, Tips411 or Crime Stoppers. 

    Posted on 2/11/2025 4:47:51 PM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK25013153

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: MICS

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/11/2025 at approximately 1443 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on Bogard Road and Main Street in Wasilla. Investigation led to the arrest of Jeremy Ickes, age 52 of Talkeetna, for MICS V after he was found to be in possession of Heroin. Ickes was remanded to the custody of the Mat-Su Pretrial Facility. 

    Posted on 2/11/2025 4:49:49 PM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK25012803

    Location: Sutton
    Type: Death Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/10/2025 at approximately 1409 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Medical Assist for CPR in progress near Jonesville Mine Rd. in Sutton.  EMS responded and arrived prior to AST.  At approximately 1440 hours Diane Tweden, was pronounced deceased in her home.  Investigation revealed that Diane passed away from natural causes.   Diane was turned over to Valley Mortuary.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 8:27:48 AM by DPS\tabosdell

C Detachment

  • AK25011536

    Location: Koliganek
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/06/2025 at approximately 12:16 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:22:27 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25012107

    Location: Dillingham
    Type: Driving Under the Influence

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/07/2025 at approximately 21:20 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a motor vehicle collision. The investigation continues.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:23:58 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25012245

    Location: Mountain Village
    Type: Weapon Violation

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/08/2025 at approximately 12:15 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of criminal mischief involving a firearm. Investigative results have been referred to the DA's office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:25:05 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25012333

    Location: Bethel
    Type: Driving Under the Influence

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/08/2025 at approximately 17:40 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person driving under the influence. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 46 YOA Jack Lott of Akiachak for Driving Under the Influence.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:26:14 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25012359

    Location: Saint Mary's
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/08/2025 at approximately 17:52 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. Investigative results have been referred to the DA's office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:27:15 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25012466

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sexual Abuse of a Minor

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/09/2025 at approximately 13:08 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Abuse of a Minor. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:32:43 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25012538

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Welfare Check

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/09/2025 at approximately 18:49 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a possible Sexual Abuse of a Minor. The case is closed pending further information.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:34:11 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25010590

    Location: Napakiak
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/03/2025 at approximately 16:50 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 19 YOA Patrick Rene of Napakiak for Assault 2, Assault 3 x 2, Assault 4 and Assault in the Presence of a Child.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:09:37 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25010605

    Location: Manokotak
    Type: Deceased Person

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/03/2025 at approximately 17:29 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Deceased Person. 88 YOA Albert Itumulria of Manokotak passed away at home. Next of kin was present. No signs of foul play. The State Medical Examiner was notified and the remains released to the family.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:10:41 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25010675

    Location: Emmonak
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/03/2025 at approximately 23:15 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 18 YOA Margaret Augline of Emmonak.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:11:36 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25010862

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sex Offense

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/04/2025 at approximately 14:38 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Assault, after the fact. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:12:31 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25010939

    Location: Kotlik
    Type: Assault

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/04/2025 at approximately 16:30 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:13:33 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25010944

    Location: Bethel
    Type: Driving Under the Influence

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/04/2025 at approximately 17:10 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person Driving Under the Influence on the ice road from Bethel to Napaskiak. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 24 YOA Hugh Gregory of Bethel for DUI.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:14:33 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25011082

    Location: Manokotak
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/05/2025 at approximately 09:38 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. The investigation resulted in the arrest of 25 YOA Alfredo Jimenez of Manokotak on a warrant, and charges were forwarded to the DA's office.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:15:48 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25011124

    Location: Russian Mission
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/05/2025 at approximately 10:56 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assult - DV. Investigative results have been referred to the DA's office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:16:53 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25011141

    Location: Kasigluk
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/05/2025 at approximately 11:44 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assult - DV. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:17:49 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25011323

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sex Offense

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/05/2025 at approximately 18:50 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a sexual assault. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:18:38 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25011527

    Location: Sleetmute
    Type: Burglary

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/06/2025 at approximately 11:21 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Burglary. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:19:39 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

D Detachment

  • AK25011528

    Location: Akiak
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/06/2025 at approximately 12:09 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 12:20:55 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25002873

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Violation of conditions of release

    Dispatch Text:

    On January 9th, 2025, AST responded to a call in the area of Geist Rd. Investigation found Garry Thurmond had committed the crimes of violating conditions of release and MICS V. He was remanded to FCC.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 5:24:35 PM by DPS\kdanderson

  • AK25006073

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Burglary

    Dispatch Text:

    On January 20th, 2025, AST responded to a burglary in the area of the Parks high way. Investigation is on going.  

    Posted on 2/11/2025 5:34:40 PM by DPS\kdanderson

  • AK25008288

    Location: North Pole
    Type: Robbery/ assault

    Dispatch Text:

    On January 17th, 2025, AST responded to a fight in a bar in the area of Badger Rd. During an investigation it was found that Jenifer La Near committed the crime of Robbery, and assault and was arrested and remanded to FCC. 

    Posted on 2/11/2025 5:44:20 PM by DPS\kdanderson

  • AK25013249

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Probation Violation, MICS

    Dispatch Text:

    On 02/11/2025 at 1743 a Trooper conducted a traffic stop for an equipment violation. The driver was identified as Russell Steinman and passenger Elena Chestnut. Ultimately Chestnut was arrested for a probation violation. A probation search was conducted and suspected narcotics found in the vehicle. Further follow up will be conducted.

    Posted on 2/11/2025 7:45:47 PM by DPS\hrchurness

  • AK25013247

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Drug Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On February 11, 2025, at around 1931 hours, Fairbanks AST conducted a routine traffic stop at Peger Rd and Phillips Field Rd intersection. Upon investigation, the passenger of the vehicle, Jeremy Towson (51) was arrested and remanded to FCC for possession of illegal substances (misch 5), violation of conditions of release, and promotion of contraband. 

    Posted on 2/11/2025 10:11:58 PM by DPS\ammartin

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AK Div of Fire and Life Safety ...No news reported.