Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Tuesday, March 10, 2026

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

A Detachment

  • AK26021492

    Location: Anchor Point
    Type: Assault 3, Assault 4, Criminal Mischief 4 DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On March 10, 2026, at approximately 1838 hours, the Alaska State Troopers (AST) received a report of a disturbance at a residence in Anchor Point. AST responded and investigation revealed that Wayne Sexton, age 55, of Anchorage committed Assault in the 3rd Degree DV, Assault in the 4th Degree DV and Criminal Mischief in the 4th Degree DV. Wayne was transported and remanded to the Homer Jail on his charges.

    Posted on 3/10/2026 11:57:38 PM by DPS\mfischer

B Detachment

  • AK26021422

    Location: Big Lake
    Type: Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On March 10th, 2026, AST responded to the Big Lake area for a disturbance involving a firearm. AST arrested Floyd Bussing for 3 counts of Assault in the 3th Degree (2 of the counts were domestic violence). Bussing was booked into Matsu Pretrial without bail.

    Posted on 3/10/2026 7:06:53 PM by DPS\jneron

  • AK26021329

    Location: Glennallen
    Type: MVC-D

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/10/2026 at approximately 1221 hours, Troopers observed a Vehicle in the ditch near mile 111 Richardson Highway. No injuries reported. The driver obtained their own tow. PAR form advised.

    Posted on 3/10/2026 4:38:56 PM by DPS\jbchroniger

  • AK26021146

    Location: Glennallen
    Type: Death Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On 3/9/2026, at approximately 1900 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a deceased individual near Mile 183 of the Glenn Highway. Troopers responded and located a deceased male inside the residence. The individual was identified as Edward Winishut, age 31, of Glennallen. No foul play is suspected. Next of kin was notified on scene. The State Medical Examiner’s Office will be conducting an autopsy.

    Posted on 3/10/2026 3:01:38 PM by DPS\rcbell

  • AK26021209

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: DUI

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/10/2026 at approximately 0404 hours, the Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on a black 2024 GMC Sierra near Church Road and Pittman Road for multiple moving violations. Investigation revealed the driver, Evelyn Ballot, age 38 of Wasilla, was driving under the influence of alcohol. Evelyn was arrested for DUI and remanded at MSPT and to be released once sober.

    Posted on 3/10/2026 6:57:48 AM by DPS\bmkadow

C Detachment ...No news reported.

D Detachment

  • AK26020867

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Traffic

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/08/2026, Troopers responded to the area of mile 346 of the Parks Highway with reports of a car vs semi truck collision.  No parties were seriously injured, and the car was towed away due to disabling damages, while the semi truck sustained minor cosmetic damage.  

    Posted on 3/10/2026 4:40:25 AM by DPS\wpmiller

  • AK26021195

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: REDDI

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/09/2026, Fairbanks AST received a Report Every Dangerous Driver Immediately (REDDI) Report of a person passed out behind the driver's seat at a gas station. AST contacted the driver, and after the investigation, she was found to be driving in violation of her restricted license. She was placed under arrest and remanded to Fairbanks Correctional Center

    Posted on 3/10/2026 5:49:33 AM by DPS\kckelly

  • AK26021196

    Location: Moose Creek
    Type: Assault DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On March 9th, 2026, at approximately 2230 hours, Fairbanks Alaska State Troopers received a report of a disturbance in the area of Moose Creek. Investigation revealed Connor Mannan, age 26 of Moose Creek, assaulted a live in family member. Connor was arrested and remanded to the Fairbanks Correctional Center for Assault II, Assault III, Assault IV, and Criminal Mischief V. 

    Posted on 3/10/2026 2:22:25 PM by DPS\ctroyer

  • AK26021303

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Assault IV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 3/10/26 at approximately 1029 hours, the Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. Investigation showed that Nancy Joe, age 32 was assaulted by Julie James, age 34. The charge of Assault IV is being forwarded to the Fairbanks District Attorney's Office.

    Posted on 3/10/2026 3:08:36 PM by DPS\cjnelson1

  • AK26021356

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Hit and Run

    Dispatch Text:

    On 3-10-26 at approximately 1320 hours, the Alaska State Troopers received a report of a hit and run at the intersection of University Ave and the Mitchell Expressway.  The investigation is still ongoing. 

    Posted on 3/10/2026 3:10:30 PM by DPS\cjnelson1

  • AK26021350

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: MVC-Damage

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/10/2026, AST responded to the intersection of Chena Hotsprings Road and Nordale Road for a report of a single vehicle accident. The vehicle did strike the stop sign at the intersection. The occupants did not report any injuries and declined medical attention. While troopers were on scene, another motor vehicle collision occurred at the intersection. All parties involved were uninjured and declined medical attention. DOT placed gravel at the intersection.

    Posted on 3/10/2026 4:46:20 PM by DPS\rdmoss

  • AK26014605

    Location: Delta Junction
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On March 10, 2026, at approximately 1630 hours, AST contacted Leunda Clark Jr, age 21 of Delta Junction. Clark was arrested on an outstanding warrant. He was transported to FCC and held on no bail.

    Posted on 3/10/2026 9:12:47 PM by DPS\melopezmartinez

E Detachment ...No news reported.

Headquarters ...No news reported.

AK Wildlife Troopers ...No news reported.

AK Bureau of Investigation

  • AK26011954

    Location: Shishmaref
    Type: Manufacture & Sale of Alcohol

    Dispatch Text:

    On March 9, 2026, AST went to Shishmaref to investigate ongoing manufacturing and sale of homebrew in the local option village.  AST served a search warrant at a house in Shishmaref and seized evidence of the homebrew manufacturing and sales.  AST is still investigating the case and charges are pending.  More information will be published when charges are filed.  AST is interested to hear from anybody with information about illegal alcohol sales in Shishmaref.  If you have a tip, please text the keyword AKTIPS, followed by your crime tip to 847411.  Callers can also call AST in Nome at 907 443 2835.  

    Posted on 3/10/2026 9:39:34 AM by DPS\bjwassmann

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.