Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Wednesday, April 2, 2025

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

A Detachment

  • AK25029625

    Location: Seldovia
    Type: Search and Rescue

    Dispatch Text:

    UPDATE 4/2: On April 2, 2025, volunteers from the Alaska Dive Search, Rescue, and Recovery team were able to dive and inspect the submerged vehicle and located Wallin Sr. deceased inside of it. Efforts to recover the vehicle are ongoing. Next of kin have been notified. 

    ORIGINAL: On March 31, 2025, at 8:30 pm, the Seldovia VPSO notified the Alaska State Troopers that 83-year-old Seldovia resident Roger Wallin Sr. was missing. The VPSO and Seldovia residents began searching the community for Wallin. On April 1, 2025, search team members located a vehicle that appears to be Wallin’s submerged in approximately 30 feet of water near the Seldovia pier. Troopers are working to deploy a dive team to Seldovia to determine if Wallin is in the submerged vehicle. Updates to follow.

    Posted on 4/1/2025 3:05:58 PM by DPS\ajmcdaniel . Edited on 4/2/2025 3:38:09 PM by DPS\ajmcdaniel

  • AK25020244

    Location: Seward
    Type: Bench Warrant

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/29/2025, Seward AST located Jason Fosnaugh at a residence in Seward and placed him under arrest for an outstanding $250 dollar bench warrant. Jason was transported to Spring Creek Correctional Center where he was remanded for his warrant. 

    Posted on 4/2/2025 2:40:41 PM by DPS\jlyavorsky

B Detachment

  • AK25030356

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: DUI and MICS 5

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/02/2025 at approximately 1605 hours, AST responded to a welfare check near the Three Bears in Wasilla. Investigation revealed that Derick Baisch, age 41, of Anchorage had operated a motor vehicle while being under the influence. He was also in possession of a schedule 2 substance. He was transported and remanded to MSPT and held without bail. 

    Posted on 4/2/2025 9:32:33 PM by DPS\atbelliston

  • AK25029967

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Deceased Person

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/01/2025 at approximately 1744 hours, AST responded to a residence in Wasilla. The investigation revealed that Dylan Jaskuloski, age 37, of Wasilla, was found deceased. The next of kin has been notified. There were no signs of foul play.

    Posted on 4/2/2025 12:34:27 AM by DPS\atbelliston

  • AK25029493

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Violated DVPO, Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 3/31/2025, at approximaltey 1053 hours, the Alaska State Troopers received a report of a family member violating their Domestic Violence Protective Order. AST responded to the area of Welch Road in Wasilla. An investigation revealed that Lakota Krueger, age 33 of Wasilla, violated his DVPO. Further investigation revealed that Lakota had an outstanding arrest warrant for the original crime of violating a DVPO. Lakota was arrested and transported to Matsu Pretrial where he was remanded and held without bail.

    Update: Lakota was arraigned at the Palmer court and was released on his own recognizance.

    Posted on 3/31/2025 1:26:52 PM by DPS\hcmckenney . Edited on 4/2/2025 8:37:20 AM by DPS\hcmckenney

C Detachment

  • AK25028489

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

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/28/2025 at approximately 07:12 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Abuse of a Minor. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/2/2025 10:56:04 AM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25028670

    Location: Kodiak
    Type: Disturbance

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/28/2025 at approximately 10:27 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Disturbance at the Alaska Airlines terminal. 29 YOA Paul Jacobson of Kodiak was ultimately arrested for Disorderly Conduct.

    Posted on 4/2/2025 10:57:30 AM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25028703

    Location: Kodiak
    Type: Deceased Person

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/28/2025 at approximately 13:58 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Deceased Person. 43 YOA Daniel Nelson Jr. passed away. Initial investigation suggests no foul play was involved. Next of kin was notified. The Medical Examiner has been notified and is requesting the deceased for an exam.

    Posted on 4/2/2025 10:59:20 AM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25028983

    Location: Kodiak
    Type: Trespass

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/29/2025 at approximately 10:27 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person Trespassing at the Alaska Airlines terminal. 29 YOA Paul Jacobson of Kodiak was arrested for Criminal Trespass 2 and Violating Conditions of his Release x 2.

    Posted on 4/2/2025 11:00:10 AM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25029021

    Location: Unalakleet
    Type: Destruction/Damage/Vandalism

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/28/2025 at approximately 11:00 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of Destruction/Damage/Vandalism at an abandoned residence. This case is closed pending further information or identification of a suspect(s).

    Posted on 4/2/2025 11:01:00 AM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25029051

    Location: Buckland
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/29/2025 at approximately 12:18 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 4/2/2025 11:01:53 AM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25028718

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sexual Abuse of a Minor

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/28/2025 at approximately 15:35 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Abuse of a Minor, after the fact. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/2/2025 11:06:38 AM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25028733

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sexual Assault

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/28/2025 at approximately 15:58 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Assault. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/2/2025 11:07:35 AM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25028867

    Location: Kwethluk
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/28/2025 at approximately 18:58 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 4/2/2025 11:08:17 AM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25028914

    Location: Emmonak
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/29/2025 at approximately 00:40 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 4/2/2025 11:09:01 AM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25028956

    Location: Bethel
    Type: Violate Conditions

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/29/2025 at approximately 09:15 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person Violating their Conditions at the YKCC jail. Investigation resulted in the additional charges of Violating Conditions of his Release and Unlawful Contact were forwarded to the Bethel District Attorney.

    Posted on 4/2/2025 11:09:49 AM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25028973

    Location: Akiak
    Type: Destruction/Damage/Vandalism

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/29/2025 at approximately 10:33 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of criminal mischief DV. Investigative results have been referred to the DA's office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 4/2/2025 11:10:26 AM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25029209

    Location: Kongiganak
    Type: Deceased Person

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/30/2025 at approximately 03:38 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of deceased person. 27 YOA Peter Joseph of Tuntutuliak passed away from injuries after a snow machine accident. Next of kin has been notified. SME requested the remains.

    Posted on 4/2/2025 11:11:18 AM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25029228

    Location: Tuluksak
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/30/2025 at approximately 08:36 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 41 YOA William Peter of Tuluksak for Assault 4, Assault in the presence of a child, Unlawful Contact 1 and Violating his Conditions of Release.

    Posted on 4/2/2025 11:12:06 AM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25029257

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sexual Abuse of a Minor

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/30/2025 at approximately 11:10 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Abuse of a Minor, after the fact. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 4/2/2025 11:12:47 AM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK25029384

    Location: Nunapitchuk
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/30/2025 at approximately 20:19 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 4/2/2025 11:13:28 AM by DPS\tjsmith3

D Detachment

  • AK25029899

    Location: Fox
    Type: VCOR

    Dispatch Text:

    On 3/20/25, at 0818 hours, Benjamin Mulberger age 42 of Fox failed to appear at a hearing in Tok. (Review  4TO-22-33CR)  Mulberger violated a court order by not obeying a judge's order to attend all court hearings.  A summons has be requested in this matter,  

    Posted on 4/2/2025 12:30:40 AM by DPS\mfhaglin

  • AK25029322

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Theft and Criminal Mischief

    Dispatch Text:

    On 03/30/2025 AST received a report of a cell phone theft. Complainant was able to track the cell phone. AST contacted a female identified as Chrystal Bradley. She was placed under arrest for theft 2 and Criminal Mischief 3.

    Posted on 4/2/2025 8:37:22 AM by DPS\bamirr

E Detachment ...No news reported.

Headquarters ...No news reported.

AK Wildlife Troopers

  • AK25029904

    Location: Eureka
    Type: SAR

    Dispatch Text:

    On 04/01/2025, at approximately 1521 hours, Wildlife Troopers received a report that an adult male had crashed his snowmachine and had non-life-threatening injuries but could not self-rescue. The Wildlife Troopers acquired his coordinates (61.76298 N, 147.07162 W). They were located approximately one mile from the toe of the Nelchina glacier and down on the river. The Rescue Coordination Center was notified, and the Air National Guard launched a helicopter to assist with the rescue. At approximately 1825 hours, the helicopter was on the scene to extract the injured male. He was then transported to Providence Hospital, where he was treated for his injuries.

    Posted on 4/2/2025 8:17:22 AM by DPS\mjpletsch

AK Bureau of Investigation ...No news reported.

AK Bureau of Highway Patrol

  • AK25030000

    Location: Palmer
    Type: Drug Trafficking

    Dispatch Text:

    On 4/1/25 at about 2031 hours, Troopers assigned to the Highway Interdiction Team and B Detachment Patrol conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle near mile 34 of the Glenn Highway for multiple violations. Investigation revealed the driver, 39 year old Palmer resident William Thimm, and the passenger, 41 year old Wasilla resident Orion Seal, possessed fentanyl with intent to distribute. Thimm was arrested and remanded on a charge of MICS 2nd and VCOR; and Seal was arrested and remanded on MICS 2nd and VCOR x2. 

    Posted on 4/2/2025 9:37:48 AM by DPS\jmnoll

AK Bureau of Judicial Services ...No news reported.

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