Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Friday, February 21, 2025
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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AK25013186
Location: SewardType: Warrant ArrestDispatch Text:
On 2/20/2025, at approximately 2030 hours, AST began an investigation to locate Dustin Leggett, age 41 of Seward, who had multiple open warrants for his arrest on original multiple original charges, including theft. The warrants for were Failure to Remand, and had 335 days to serve as part of a plea agreement. Dustin was located in downtown Seward at a lodging facility, placed under arrest without incident, and remanded at Spring Creek Correctional Center.
Posted on 2/21/2025 2:58:33 PM by DPS\krklingen
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AK25016143
Location: SewardType: DWLR, Vehicle Insurance, Fail to TitleDispatch Text:
On 2/20/2025, at approximately 1946 hours, AST Seward conducted a traffic stop on the Seward Highway near S Fork Ln in Seward. The driver, Thomas LaCroix, age 58 of Seward, was determined to be driving with a revoked license, operating without motor vehicle insurance, and had failed to properly title his vehicle. LaCroix was arrested and remanded to Spring Creek Correctional Center where he would be later released on his own recognizance. The vehicle was impounded.
Posted on 2/21/2025 3:03:43 PM by DPS\krklingen
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AK25016170
Location: SewardType: MICS5, MIW5, Operating without Motor Vehicle InsuranceDispatch Text:
On 2/20/2025, at approximately 2149 hours, AST Seward conducted a traffic stop on the Seward Highway near Sea Lion Ave. The driver, Jason Fosnaugh, age 53 of Seward, was determined to be operating a vehicle in which he had no proof of ownership, no motor vehicle insurance, and an out-of-state license, despite residing in Alaska since 2017. Further investigation revealed Fosnaugh was in possession of an illegal controlled substance, and failed to notify law enforcement upon contact of a concealed firearm. Fosnaugh was placed under arrest and remanded at Spring Creek Correctional on the charges of Misconduct Involving Controlled Substances 5, Misconduct Involving Weapons 5, and Operating without Motor Vehicle Insurance. Fosnaugh would later be released on his own recognizance. The vehicle was impounded.
Posted on 2/21/2025 3:10:49 PM by DPS\krklingen
B Detachment
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AK25016565
Location: PalmerType: DV Criminal Mischief 4thDispatch Text:
On February 21, 2025, at approximately 2017 AST responded to a disturbance near Wasilla. Upon arrival, AST contacted Jolene Sawyer age 34 of Wasilla. An investigation found Jolene damaged property inside the residence. Jolene was arrested, transported and remanded to MSPT for DV criminal mischief in the 4th.
Posted on 2/21/2025 11:02:18 PM by DPS\jbbarker
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AK25016467
Location: WasillaType: DWLRDispatch Text:
On 02/21/2025 AST conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on N Barbi drive for driving without a license plate. Subsequent investigation revealed the driver, Steven Kershner of Wasilla, age 33, was driving while revoked, and with a previous conviction within the last 10 years. Kershner was issued a summons for DWLR Prev. Conv.
Posted on 2/21/2025 5:23:17 PM by DPS\ajbigari
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AK25016426
Location: WasillaType: Disorderly Conduct, VCORDispatch Text:
On 02/21/2025 at approximately 1448 hours Alaska State Troopers responded to a disturbance in Wasilla. Following the investigations Aaron MacClellan, age 38 of Wasilla, was arrested and remanded to Mat-Su Pretrial for disorderly conduct and violation of conditions of release.
Posted on 2/21/2025 5:33:55 PM by DPS\jrvenable
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AK25016110
Location: WasillaType: DV Assault 4Dispatch Text:
On 2/20/2025 at approximately 1720 hours Alaska State Troopers responded to a disturbance on Stacy Street. Following the investigation Angela Davis, age 48 of Wasilla, was arrested and remanded to Mat-Su Pretrial for domestic violence related Assault in the fourth degree.
Posted on 2/21/2025 6:38:47 AM by DPS\jrvenable
C Detachment
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AK25014532
Location: AkiakType: Assault - DVDispatch Text:
On 02/15/2025 at approximately 14:44 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 25 YOA Peter Charles III for Assault 3.
Posted on 2/21/2025 2:24:30 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK25014672
Location: NapakiakType: Assault - DVDispatch Text:
On 02/16/2025 at approximately 03:32 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 2/21/2025 2:25:49 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK25014817
Location: YK DeltaType: Sexual Abuse of a MinorDispatch Text:
On 02/16/2025 at approximately 19:18 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Abuse of a Minor. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 2/21/2025 2:26:52 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK25015332
Location: AkiakType: TheftDispatch Text:
On 02/18/2025 at approximately 18:59 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a burglary at the Akiak Community building. The investigation continues.
Posted on 2/21/2025 2:30:54 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK25015340
Location: AkiakType: Assault - Non DVDispatch Text:
On 02/18/2025 at approximately 19:32 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - Non DV. Investigative results have been referred to the DA's office for review and charging determination.
Posted on 2/21/2025 2:38:50 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK25015567
Location: YK DeltaType: Suspicious CircumstancesDispatch Text:
On 02/19/2025 at approximately 12:19 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Assault. The case is closed pending further cooperation from the victim.
Posted on 2/21/2025 2:39:58 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK25015650
Location: AkiakType: Assault - DVDispatch Text:
On 02/19/2025 at approximately 15:35 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 31 YOA Jonathan Napoka of Tuluksak for Assault 4.
Posted on 2/21/2025 2:40:52 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK25015699
Location: YK DeltaType: Sexual AssaultDispatch Text:
On 02/19/2025 at approximately 16:55 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Assault, after the fact. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 2/21/2025 2:41:41 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK25016023
Location: AkiachakType: TheftDispatch Text:
On 02/20/2025 at approximately 14:52 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of fraud at a local store. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 2/21/2025 2:43:00 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK25016087
Location: YK DeltaType: HarassmentDispatch Text:
On 02/20/2025 at approximately 16:39 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of harassment. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 2/21/2025 2:44:10 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
D Detachment
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AK25016440
Location: TanacrossType: VCORDispatch Text:
On February 21, 2025 at about 2:27 PM Alaska State Troopers and Village Public Safety Officers discovered Richard Thomas, age 60 of Tanacross, was violating his conditions of release, issued for the original crimes of Sexual Abuse of a Minor 2 and Enticement of a Minor, in court case 4TO-23-00094CR. VPSOs contacted and arrested Thomas on the violation. Thomas was remanded to the Fairbanks Correctional Center without bail on one count of VCOR. A summons has also been requested for Thomas’ court approved third party custodian for Violation of Custodial Duties.
Posted on 2/21/2025 3:55:44 PM by DPS\ewdebose
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AK25016408
Location: NenanaType: Custodial Interference 2ndDispatch Text:
On 02/21/2025 the Alaska State Troopers received a report of a custodial interference incident in Nenana. Charges were forwarded to the Fairbanks DAO for review.
Posted on 2/21/2025 10:07:11 PM by DPS\dwbozman
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AK25016587
Location: FairbanksType: DUI, Refusal To Submit Chemical TestDispatch Text:
On February 21 2025, at approximately 1948 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on Sean Holland (40M) of Fairbanks. Following investigation, Sean was arrested for DUI. Sean refused to participate in Standard Field Sobriety Testing and refused to provide a breath sample for chemical testing. Sean was remanded to Fairbanks Correctional Center and is charged with DUI and Refusal to Submit to Chemical Testing.
Posted on 2/21/2025 11:05:01 PM by SOA\kjlousch
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AK25016416
Location: North PoleType: Driving Under the Influence, Assault IIIDispatch Text:
On February 21 2025, at approximately 1407 hours, the Alaska State Troopers received a report of a motor vehicle collision on Nordale road near Shasta Drive. Investigation revealed Ashleigh Miller, 32 of North Pole was operating a motor vehicle under the influence and placed another person in fear of being injured. Miller was arrested and transported to Fairbanks AST for Datamaster, MIller had a BrAc of .176%. Miller was remanded to FCC.
Posted on 2/21/2025 11:21:31 PM by DPS\cjnelson1
E Detachment ...No news reported.
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AK Bureau of Investigation
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AK25016187
Location: WasillaType: Domestic Violence Assault / Officer-Involved-ShootingDispatch Text:
UPDATE 2/27: On February 26, 2025, the Alaska State Troopers arrested 48-year-old Wasilla resident David Patrick on multiple criminal charges associated with this incident. Patrick was remanded to Mat-Su Pretrial facility on charges of Assault in the Third Degree, Misconduct Involving a Weapon in the Fourth Degree, Reckless Endangerment, and Criminal Mischief in the Fifth Degree. The ABI investigation into the officer involved shooting is ongoing.
UPDATE 2/24: The Alaska State Trooper who discharged his firearm during the February 20, 2025, officer-involved shooting in Wasilla is identified as:
- Trooper Jon Anspaugh, a three-year veteran of the Alaska State Troopers
The Alaska Bureau of Investigation continues to investigate the incident.
ORIGINAL: On February 20, 2025, at 11:35 pm, the Alaska State Troopers received a 911 call reporting a domestic violence incident at a residence in Wasilla. Two Alaska State Troopers responded to the residence. As they arrived, they observed an adult male armed with a shotgun inside the residence. The adult male then pointed the shotgun at a female inside the residence. Troopers gave commands for the man to drop the gun from outside of the residence. The adult male then pointed the shotgun at an Alaska State Trooper. An Alaska State Trooper shot the adult man through the window, striking him. Troopers then entered the residence and provided first aid care to the man as EMS and additional Troopers responded. The adult male was transported by EMS to a Mat-Su area hospital with injuries that are believed to be non-life-threatening. No other persons were injured during the incident.
The Alaska Bureau of Investigation responded and assumed case responsibility for the original domestic violence incident and the officer-involved shooting. No charges have been filed related to the domestic violence incident at this time; however, criminal charges against the adult male are expected. Once the ABI investigation into the officer-involved shooting is complete, it will be independently reviewed by the Alaska Office of Special Prosecutions. Both investigations are active and ongoing.
The Trooper who discharged their firearm has been placed on 72 hours of administrative leave in accordance with DPS policy. The Trooper’s name will be released in 72 hours.
Posted on 2/21/2025 9:19:00 AM by DPS\ajmcdaniel
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