Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Monday, April 14, 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

  • AK25013825

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 4/14/25 at approximately 0050 hours AST conducted a traffic stop on Church Road. One of the passengers Gerald Fisher (43) was found to have an active warrant for Fail to Appear O.C. Vehicle Theft 1. He was remanded to Mat-Su Pretrial on $2500 bail. 

    Posted on 4/14/2025 5:22:19 AM by DPS\cjkopy

  • AK25034686

    Location: Palmer
    Type: Vehicle Theft

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/14/2025 at approximately 0915 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a stolen RV from the Knik River area. Investigation is ongoing. 

    Posted on 4/14/2025 5:17:54 PM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK25034774

    Location: Big Lake
    Type: VCOR

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/14/2025 at approximately 1251 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a domestic disturbance on Lucille Creek in Big Lake. Investigation led to the arrest of Vickie Bell, age 29 of Big Lake, for Violating Conditions of Release. Bell was remanded to the Mat-Su Pretrial Facility and held without bail. 

    Posted on 4/14/2025 5:23:08 PM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK25034794

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Theft

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/14/2025 at approximately 1256 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a stolen firearm from a vehicle at an address on Old Matanuska Road in Wasilla. Investigation is ongoing. 

    Posted on 4/14/2025 5:24:21 PM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK25034812

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Harrassment

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/14/2025 at approximately 1336 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a harassment. Investigation is ongoing.  

    Posted on 4/14/2025 5:25:15 PM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK25034882

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Assault

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/14/2025 at approximately 1522 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a DV assault after-the-fact at an address on Sanderling Drive in Wasilla. Investigation is ongoing. 

    Posted on 4/14/2025 5:27:12 PM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK25034890

    Location: Talkeetna
    Type: Escape & VCOR

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/14/2025 at approximately 1406 hours, Alaska State Troopers were notified that a person on electronic monitoring had cut their ankle monitor. An arrest warrant is being filed. 

    Posted on 4/14/2025 5:28:56 PM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK25034555

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Assault DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/13/2025 at approximately 1653 hours, AST received a report of a disturbance near Fairview Lp in Wasilla. The following investigation revealed that Dane Boe, 18 YOA, had committed the crimes of Assault 3, two counts of Assault 4, and two counts of Assault in the Presence of a Child. Dane was arrested and transported to MSPT, where he was remanded and held without bail.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 1:09:42 AM by DPS\jlvandiest

C Detachment

  • AK25032017

    Location: Napaskiak
    Type: Violate Conditions

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/07/2025 at approximately 09:13 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person Violating their Conditions. Investigative results have been referred to the DA's office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 1:50:14 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25032032

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Harassment

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/07/2025 at approximately 09:51 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of sexual assault. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 1:51:04 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25032318

    Location: Napaskiak
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/07/2025 at approximately 19:35 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 53 YOA Evan Petluska of Napaskiak for Assault 4.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 1:51:50 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25032552

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sexual Abuse of a Minor

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/08/2025 at approximately 12:22 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Abuse of a Minor. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 1:52:37 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25032665

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sex Offense

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/08/2025 at approximately 15:22 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sex Offense. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 1:55:51 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25032706

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Assault - Non DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/08/2025 at approximately 16:01 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - Non DV. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 1:56:40 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25032889

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Harassment

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/09/2025 at approximately 09:11 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of Harassment. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 1:58:18 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25032978

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sexual Assault

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/09/2025 at approximately 12:05 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Assault. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 1:59:06 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25033267

    Location: Emmonak
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/10/2025 at approximately 01:17 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 4/14/2025 1:59:52 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25033327

    Location: Emmonak
    Type: Disturbance

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/10/2025 at approximately 09:03 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Disturbance. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 33 YOA Roderick Waska of Emmonak for Disorderly Conduct.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 2:00:53 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25033451

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sexual Assault

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/10/2025 at approximately 13:20 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a sexual assault. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 2:02:32 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25033502

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Violate Conditions

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/10/2025 at approximately 14:46 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person Violating their Conditions. Investigative results have been referred to the DA's office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 2:03:24 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25032104

    Location: Kodiak
    Type: Theft

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/07/2025 at approximately 10:48 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Theft. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 2:05:13 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25032877

    Location: Norton Sound Region
    Type: Sexual Abuse of a Minor

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/09/2025 at approximately 08:46 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Abuse of a Minor. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 2:08:14 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25033080

    Location: Norton Sound Region
    Type: Sexual Abuse of a Minor

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/09/2025 at approximately 03:50 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Abuse of a Minor. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 2:10:11 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25033346

    Location: Gambell
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/10/2025 at approximately 09:35 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 23 YOA Earl Ungott of Gambell for DV Assault 2.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 2:11:00 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25033538

    Location: Unalakleet
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/10/2025 at approximately 15:25 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 4/14/2025 2:11:44 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25033774

    Location: Nome
    Type: Theft

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/10/2025 at approximately 16:53 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Theft. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 2:12:27 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25033691

    Location: Norton Sound Region
    Type: Sexual Assault

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/11/2025 at approximately 03:10 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of sexual assault. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 2:13:27 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25033707

    Location: Stebbins
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/11/2025 at approximately 08:05 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault-Dv. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 2:14:27 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25034265

    Location: Koyuk
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/12/2025 at approximately 15:52 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 4/14/2025 2:15:20 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25034409

    Location: Unalakleet
    Type: Disturbance

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/12/2025 at approximately 23:53 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Disturbance. The investigation is closed.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 2:16:04 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

D Detachment

  • AK25034791

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: MICS

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/14/2025 at 1245 hours a Trooper conducted a traffic stop for an equipment violation. Reasonable suspicion was built, and consent granted to search the vehicle. Suspected narcotics was seized.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 2:25:42 PM by DPS\hrchurness

  • AK25034021

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Deceased Person

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 11, 2025, AST Troopers responded to a report of a deceased person in Fairbanks. Investigation revealed there was no foul-play, and the death was of natural causes. The body was released to one of the funeral homes that day. 

    Posted on 4/14/2025 4:26:59 PM by DPS\ammartin

  • AK25034584

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Deceased Person

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 13th, 2025, AST Troopers responded to a report of a deceased person in the North Pole area. Investigation revealed there was no foul-play, and the death was of natural causes. The body was released to one of the funeral homes that day.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 4:30:02 PM by DPS\ammartin

  • AK25034212

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Vehicle Theft 1 / Fail to Stop / Parole Violation / Assault 3 / Reckless Endangerment / DUI

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 12, 2025, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a stolen vehicle. The caller reported that he had picked up an unknown woman in Fairbanks near the Safeway off Old Steese Highway. The woman, later identified as 28-year-old Melissa Demit, remained in the Ford F-150 when the caller stopped at a gas station off Geist Road. When he returned outside, he reported that his truck was gone. A Trooper spotted the vehicle nearby and initiated a traffic stop as it entered the Mitchell Expressway. Demit refused to stop and led Troopers on a high-speed pursuit, frequently driving toward oncoming traffic on the Parks Highway. She eventually struck a snow berm while attempting to turn onto the Old Nenana Highway. A Trooper pinned and pushed the vehicle, preventing further flight. A male passenger exited the vehicle and complied with Troopers’ commands. A Trooper deployed a Taser on Demit, making contact. She was transported to the hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Demit was on parole for first-degree vehicle theft and had absconded after being placed at a halfway house. She was charged with first-degree vehicle theft, first-degree failure to stop at the direction of a peace officer, DUI, reckless endangerment, third-degree assault, and a parole violation.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 10:07:36 AM by DPS\bamirr

  • AK25034482

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Death Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/13/2025 AST received a 9-11 call reporting of a male unconscious not breathing at his house near Frozen Trail in Fairbanks, Alaska. AST arrived on scene and EMS was already present. EMS advised they called time of death. AST's investigation determined the death to be of natural causes. State medical examiner was called and they advised the body could be released back to family.    

    Posted on 4/14/2025 10:15:49 AM by DPS\bamirr

  • AK25002810

    Location: North Pole
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/14/2025 a Trooper recognized Nutaaq Reyes at the Liquor Well. She was arrested for her felony warrant at approximately 0927 hours and remanded at FCC.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 10:20:17 AM by DPS\hrchurness

  • AK25032384

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: MIW3

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 8, 2025, at approximately 0040 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a 911 call reporting that Christopher Coke had accidentally shot himself in the hand while handling a concealable firearm while intoxicated. He was transported to FMH for treatment of his injuries and was later charged with Misconduct Involving Weapons in the third degree after a records check confirmed that he was a convicted Felon.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 3:55:30 AM by DPS\kbweeks

  • AK25034376

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: DUI/ Refusal

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 12, at approximately 2000 hours, a truck had driven off the trail of, Peger road and right of way line Tanana Levee. A male was observed standing next to the vehicle and appeared to be under the influence. Investigation revealed Erik Duran of Fort Wainwright, was arrested and remanded to FCC for Driving under the influence and refusal to submit to a chemical test.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 6:56:08 PM by DPS\gesommers

  • AK25034968

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Unlawful Contact / VCOR

    Dispatch Text:

    On April 14, 2025, AST conducted an investigation regarding Benjamin Mulberger's violation of conditions of release. The investigation revealed that Benjamin had committed the crimes of Unlawful Contact in the First Degree and Violating Conditions of Release. Benjamin was remanded on those charges. 

    Posted on 4/14/2025 10:21:53 PM by DPS\melopezmartinez

E Detachment ...No news reported.

Headquarters ...No news reported.

AK Wildlife Troopers

  • AK24117041

    Location: Anchor Point
    Type: Residency Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    Wildlife troopers in Anchor Point were contacted by conservation officers in New Mexico regarding possible residency violations occurring in Alaska. New Mexico conservation officers reported that a guide / outfitter from New Mexico may be obtaining Alaska resident hunting privileges illegally. Investigation determined that Franklin Keaton Waters 38 yoa of Artesia, New Mexico had obtained Alaska hunting / sportfishing licenses in 2023 and 2024 when he did not meet the definition of an Alaska resident. Waters was charged in Homer Court with Mutiple offenses including false Statement on an application, Failure to purchase locking tag, non-resident hunting without a guide, unlawful possession / transportation of game, failure to affix locking tag, seasons and bag limits for moose.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 12:58:29 PM by DPS\wgbednar

  • AK24118383

    Location: Anchor Point
    Type: Residency Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    Wildlife troopers in Anchor Point conducted a residency investigation in the Homer area.  Wildlife troopers learned that a New Mexico resident may be obtaining Alaska resident hunting privileges illegally. Investigation determined that William A. Miller 41 yoa of Artesia, New Mexico had obtained Alaska hunting & sportfishing licenses in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 when he did not meet the definition of an Alaska resident for hunting and fishing purposes. Miller was charged in Homer Court with Multiple offenses including false statement on a license application, failure to purchase non-resident locking tag, non-resident take game without a guide, unlawful possession / transportation of game, failure to affix locking tag, seasons and bag limits for caribou, seasons and bag limits for brown bear and seasons and bag limits for goat.  Arraignment on all charges is set for April 23rd in Homer Court.

    Posted on 4/14/2025 1:07:20 PM by DPS\wgbednar

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.