Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Friday, March 22, 2024

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

A Detachment

  • AK24026626

    Location: Soldotna
    Type: DUI-Drugs, DWLR, VCOR False Info, Criminal Impersonation II, and MICSV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/22/2024, at approximately 2301 hours, AST conducted a traffic stop for moving violations in Soldotna.  Investigation revealed Daved Beaupre, age 35 of Soldotna, was operating the vehicle while impaired by drugs, violating his conditions of release, and driving while his license was revoked.  Alexa Walsh, age 35 of Soldotna, was also in the vehicle.  She was found in possession of a controlled substance, provided a false name, and had warrants for her arrest ($2000 total bond).  Dylan Sullens, age 27 of Nikiski, was also found in the vehicle.  He provided a false name and had two warrants for his arrest ($10,000 total bond).  Beaupre was arrested for driving under the influence, driving while license revoked, and violating conditions of release.  Walsh was arrested for fourth degree misconduct involving controlled substances, false information, second degree criminal impersonation, and her warrants.  Sullens was arrested for false information and his warrants.  All three were remanded at the Wildwood pretrial center.   

    Posted on 3/22/2024 6:00:52 AM by DPS\jlmiller1

B Detachment

  • AK24026646

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 3/22/24 at approximately 0337 hours Palmer AST conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle failing to stop at a stop sign near Hollywood and EZ Street. Investigations revealed the driver, Edward Danner, age 26 of Wasilla, had three active warrants for DUI and Assault charges. Edward was arrested and transported to Matsu Pre-Trial where he was remanded for the warrants with bail totaling $750.

    Posted on 3/22/2024 6:46:35 AM by DPS\mlalkarmy

  • AK24023433

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/22/2024 at approximately 0048 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on a Toyota Echo for multiple equipment violations at the Valley Country Store on Bogard Road.  Investigation revealed the passenger, Teddy Vos age 21 of Palmer, had an outstanding warrant for his arrest for Failure to Appear on the O/C of Trespassing 1st and Theft 4th.  Vos was arrested without incident and remanded to Matsu Pretrial where he was held on $250 Cash Appearance bail. 

    Posted on 3/22/2024 8:51:57 PM by DPS\sanorman

C Detachment

  • AK24025187

    Location: Tuntutuliak
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/18/24 at approximately 07:19 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 25 YOA Grace White of Tuntutuliak for Assault 4- DV.

    Posted on 3/22/2024 2:42:55 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24025206

    Location: Nunapitchuk
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/18/24 at approximately 08:46 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. Investigative results were forwarded to the DA' s office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 3/22/2024 2:43:54 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24025577

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sexual Assault

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/19/24 at approximately 08:23 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Assault. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 3/22/2024 2:44:51 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24025823

    Location: Chignik Lake
    Type: Burglary

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/19/24 at approximately 19:36 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a burglary at a person's workshop, causing approximately $1000 worth of damage to the doors. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 3/22/2024 2:46:13 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24025865

    Location: Togiak
    Type: Assist Agency

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/20/24 at approximately 03:20 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a disturbance from the VPO in Togiak. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 33 YOA Steven Nanalook of Togiak for Criminal Mischief 3.

    Posted on 3/22/2024 2:47:38 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24026137

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sexual Abuse of a Minor

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/20/24 at approximately 16:11 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Abuse of a Minor. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 3/22/2024 2:48:33 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24026511

    Location: Nome
    Type: Escape or Evade

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/21/24 at approximately 16:05 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Escape from Anvil Mountain Correctional Center. 31 YOA Kenneth Stein was located on Front Street and taken back into custody. He received additional charges of Escape in the First Degree.

    Posted on 3/22/2024 2:49:36 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24026529

    Location: Hooper Bay
    Type: Assault - Non DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/20/24 at approximately 14:00 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - Non DV. Investigative results were forwarded to the DA' s office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 3/22/2024 2:50:42 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24026554

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sexual Abuse of a Minor

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/21/24 at approximately 17:41 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Abuse of a Minor. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 3/22/2024 2:51:37 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

D Detachment

  • AK24026654

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Assault DV

    Dispatch Text:

    The morning of March 22, Troopers responded to a disturbance in the area of Yak Road in Fairbanks. Investigation revealed that 16-year-old RD had committed the crime of Assault while intoxicated. Case closed by arrest. 

    Posted on 3/22/2024 7:23:14 AM by DPS\bmhatch

  • AK24017527

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Narcotics Investigation/Drug Seizure

    Dispatch Text:

    On March 19, 2024, at 1:00pm, the Fairbanks Areawide Narcotics Team (FANT) and the Fairbanks Criminal Suppression Unit (CSU) served a search warrant on the residence of Kevin Shank, 46 years old of Fairbanks. The search revealed large amounts of cash, narcotics, and guns. Shank was arrested for several Misconduct Involving a Controlled Substance (MICS) and Misconduct Involving Weapons (MIW) charges. The outcome of this investigation is the culmination of a several months long investigation.  
     
    The total street value of the seized narcotics in the Fairbanks areas is estimated to be between $1,067,000 to well over $1,500,000 which included the following:  
      
    11.133 kilograms of methamphetamine   
    1 kilogram of fentanyl powder   
    2.268 kilograms of M 130 fentanyl pills (blues)   
    1 kilogram of cocaine   
    30 grams of heroin  
    Several strips of suboxone  
    A glass jar of Xanax pills  
    An estimated $300,000 in cash  
    7 firearms  
    2 suppressors (prohibited weapons)  
    A smoke grenade   
    Several 5-gallon buckets and totes of marijuana   
    Several items of stolen property  
    Approximately $150,000 worth of suspected stolen tools   
    Thousands of dollars’ worth of new clothing  
      
    The Fairbanks Areawide Narcotics Team Statewide Drug Enforcement Unit is made up of members from the Alaska State Troopers, Drug Enforcement Administration, Fairbanks Police Department, Fairbanks Airport PD, North Pole Police Department, North Slope Borough PD, and the Federal Bureau of Investigations.   
      
    Alaska law enforcement would like to request that people continue to report suspicious drug activity. These tips from the public are an important component of our investigation efforts.   

    Posted on 3/22/2024 11:21:41 AM by DPS\jfreeman1

  • AK24026749

    Location: North Pole
    Type: Vehicle Theft

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/22/2024 at approximately 1057 hours, Troopers took a report of a vehicle theft on Badger Road in North Pole. The vehicle is a Black 2016 Ford F250 Supercab, plate # KHK847. This case is still under investigation. If you have any information regarding this vehicle theft, please contact Alaska State Troopers at 907-451-5100 or Tips411 "text the keyword AKTIPS, followed by your crime tip to "847411". 

    Thank you for your assistance.

    Posted on 3/22/2024 3:44:37 PM by DPS\jbchroniger

  • AK24026836

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: DV - Assault, Crim Mis

    Dispatch Text:

    On March 22nd, 2024 AST responded to a residence on Crestline Dr for a report of a disturbance. During investigation, Troopers learned Theresa Albert (41) of Fairbanks caused physical injury to a household member and damaged property of another. Theresa was arrested and remanded at FCC.

    Posted on 3/22/2024 5:46:17 PM by DPS\atvalcourt

  • AK24016707

    Location: North Pole
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On March 22nd, 2024 AST responded to Badger Gas to assist North Pole PD with a traffic stop. During the stop, Troopers located Vanessa Lind-Carlson (30) in the vehicle. Vanessa had a an active warrant for her arrest. Vanessa was arrested and remanded at FCC without incident.

    Posted on 3/22/2024 5:49:48 PM by DPS\atvalcourt

  • AK24026581

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Assault

    Dispatch Text:

    At 1757 hours on 3/21/2024, Troopers received a report of an assault in the area of Bradway Rd involving a juvenile. After further investigation, charges are being forwarded for the juvenile for Assault IV to the Department of Juvenile Justice. Parties were separated, and no arrest was made.

    Posted on 3/22/2024 1:49:49 AM by DPS\rcbell

  • AK24026639

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: VCOR

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/22/24 at approximately 0119 hours, AST in Fairbanks responded to a residence near Skyline Drive for a report of a disturbance. Investigation led to the arrest of Jo Hanna Hunter age 26, of Fairbanks for violating her conditions of release. Jo Hanna was held at FCC with no bail. 

    Posted on 3/22/2024 4:26:32 AM by DPS\dkmassey

E Detachment ...No news reported.

Headquarters ...No news reported.

AK Wildlife Troopers ...No news reported.

AK Bureau of Investigation ...No news reported.

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.