Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Tuesday, May 28, 2024

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

A Detachment

  • AK24050389

    Location: SOLDOTNA
    Type: ASSAULT 3 AND MIW 4

    Dispatch Text:

    Paul Raymond Warner, age 61, from Soldotna was charged with 4 counts of assault in the 3rd and 1 count of MIW in the 4th when during an argument and intoxicated he pointed his firearm at 4 people. 

    Posted on 5/28/2024 7:54:36 PM by DPS\gaholmann

  • AK24049667

    Location: Sterling
    Type: Search and Rescue

    Dispatch Text:

    On May 26, 2024, at 2:52 pm, the Alaska State Troopers received a report that a juvenile was missing in the Sterling area. Multiple Troopers, US Fish and Wildlife Officers, volunteer firefighters, volunteers, and other first responders responded to the area and began searching for the child. The child was located approximately 1 mile from their home in a field in good health by EMS crews assisting with the search after being missing for around 2 hours. She was returned home.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 8:29:26 AM by DPS\ajmcdaniel

B Detachment

  • AK24050049

    Location: Palmer
    Type: Vehicle Theft I

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/27/2024 at approximately 1822 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a vehicle theft from a property on Old Glenn Hwy in Palmer. AST is looking for a stolen blue 1979 Ford Bronco with AK Plate GUK475. Anyone with information related to this case is urged to contact Troopers. 

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:49:54 AM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK24050077

    Location: Big Lake
    Type: Death Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/27/2024 at approximately 1924 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a residence in Big Lake for the death of a 66-year-old male. No foul play is suspected and next of kin notification efforts are ongoing. 

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:51:22 AM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK24050090

    Location: Palmer
    Type: Motor Vehicle Collision - Damage Only

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/27/2024 at approximately 2129 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a two-vehicle motor vehicle collision at Palmer Wasilla Hwy and Stringfield Road in Palmer. No injuries were reported. 

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:52:40 AM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK24050094

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Assault IV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/27/2024 at approximately 2144 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a fight in progress at a residence on Charwood Lane in Wasilla. Investigation led to Nicole Hurst, age 49 of Wasilla, being charged with Assault IV. Hurst was issued a misdemeanor citation with a mandatory court date and released. 

    Posted on 5/28/2024 4:00:40 AM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK24050097

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Criminal Mischief III

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/27/2024 at approximately 2121 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a residence on Arctic Fox Drive in Wasilla for a report of a vandalized window. Unknown suspect(s) threw a rock through the window. Anyone with information related to this incident is urged to contact Troopers. 

    Posted on 5/28/2024 4:15:54 AM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK24050126

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Runaway Juvenile

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/27/2024 at approximately 2354 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a runaway juvenile. Investigation is ongoing. 

    Posted on 5/28/2024 4:27:55 AM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK24050132

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Burglary I, Criminal Mischief III, & Theft IV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/28/2024 at approximately 0048 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a residence on Trensch Circle in Wasilla for a report of a burglary in progress. Upon arrival, AST observed the dwelling had signs of forced entry and potential theft. Troopers utilized a K-9, but the suspect(s) were not located. Investigation into this incident is ongoing. 

    Posted on 5/28/2024 5:06:53 AM by DPS\rranderson

  • AK24050353

    Location: Big Lake
    Type: Assault 4th DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/28/2024 at 1400 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to Big Lake for the report of an assault. Investigation revealed, Eli Doisher 51 YOA assaulted a family member. Doisher was arrested and remanded at Mat-Su Pretrial where he was held without bail.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 5:52:52 PM by DPS\mdbarela

  • AK24021382

    Location: Palmer
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/28/2024 at approximately 1418 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on Palmer Wasilla Highway and Equestrian Street for a vehicle excessively smoking as it was traveling on PWH.  The driver and sole occupant identified himself as Justin Dillon age 35 of Wasilla.  Dillon advised he had a $100 warrant for failure to appear on the OC or DWLR.  Dillon's warrant was confirmed and was arrested without incident and remanded to Matsu Pretrial. 

    Posted on 5/28/2024 2:59:04 PM by DPS\sanorman

  • AK24044971

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Arrest Warrant

    Dispatch Text:

    On 5/28/2024, at approximaltey 1330 hours, the Alaska State Troopers contacted April Murray, age 40 of Wasilla at a residence on Starlight Lane in Wasilla. Investigation revealed that April had an outstanding arrest warrant for the original crime of DWLR. April was arrested and transported to Matsu Pretrial where she was remanded and held on a $50 bail.  

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:22:57 PM by DPS\hcmckenney

  • AK24049721

    Location: Palmer
    Type: DUI

    Dispatch Text:

    On 5/26/24 at approximately 1727 hours MATCOM began recieving multiple calls regarding a REDDI vehicle, a Yellow Cab van, that was northbound on the Glenn Hwy from the Glenn and Old Glenn interchange. Ultimately, the vehicle was located by Palmer AST on Outer Springer Lp near the Palmer Golf Course. Investigation revealed the driver, Sonya Glancy, age 55 of Anchorage, was operating the vehicle while impaired by alcohol. Glancy was arrested and transported to Mat-Su Pretrial where she was remanded on 1 count of DUI. Glancy was later released on her own recognizance.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 6:11:16 AM by DPS\cdwebb

  • AK24050154

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Elude, MICS 5 & DWLR

    Dispatch Text:

    On 5/28/2024 at approximately 0552 hours, AST attempted a traffic stop on a motorcycle for an equipment violation.  The motorcycle failed to yield, and a pursuit ensued.  Ultimately, the vehicle left the roadway in an attempt to evade AST, where it sustained a mechanical issue and was not operational anymore.  AST arrested the driver, who was identified as Cord Hanaway 42 YOA, of Wasilla.  Cord was arrested and remanded to MSPT, where he was held without bail.  Cord was charged with Failure to stop at the direction of a peace officer, Misconduct involving a controlled substance in the 5th degree & Driving while license revoked.  

    Posted on 5/28/2024 9:27:33 AM by DPS\swcorino

C Detachment

  • AK24045104

    Location: Kwethluk
    Type: Drugs

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/14/24 at approximately 00:01 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of Drugs. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 2:59:12 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24045538

    Location: Aniak
    Type: Driving Under the Influence

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/15/24 at approximately 18:40 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person Driving Under the Influence. After conducting a traffic stop, investigation resulted in the arrest of 41 YOA Wendy Ward of Aniak for Driving Under the Influence.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:01:33 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24044484

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sex Offense

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/13/24 at approximately 09:36 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sex Offense. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 2:56:23 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24044489

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sexual Abuse of a Minor

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/13/24 at approximately 09:46 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Abuse of a Minor. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 2:57:12 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24044657

    Location: Atmautluak
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/13/24 at approximately 15:24 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault- DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 45 YOA Warren Antone of Togiak for Assault 3 and Assault 4.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 2:58:04 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24045749

    Location: Stony River
    Type: Burglary

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/16/24 at approximately 10:57 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Burglary. Investigative results were forwarded to the DA' s office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:30:31 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24045949

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sexual Abuse of a Minor

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/16/24 at approximately 17:52 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Abuse of a Minor. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:31:16 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24046203

    Location: Emmonak
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/17/24 at approximately 11:23 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault- DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 22 YOA Deanna Lamont of Emmonak for Assault 3.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:33:18 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24046208

    Location: Emmonak
    Type: Violate Conditions

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/17/24 at approximately 11:30 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person Violating their Conditions. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 25 YOA Crystal Bird of Emmonak for Violating Conditions of her Release.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:34:04 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24046212

    Location: Stony River
    Type: Assault - Non DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/17/24 at approximately 12:10 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 5/28/2024 3:34:53 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24046310

    Location: New Stuyahok
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/17/24 at approximately 12:10 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault- DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 43 YOA Evan Chunak of New Stuyahok for Assault 3, Assault 4x2, Resisting Arrest, and Violation of his Conditions of Release.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:36:52 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24046552

    Location: Emmonak
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/17/24 at approximately 09:06 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault- DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 61 YOA Douglas Horn of Emmonak for Assault 3 and Assault 4.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:37:37 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24046576

    Location: Aniak
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/17/24 at approximately 16:36 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 5/28/2024 3:38:27 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24046598

    Location: Akiachak
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/18/24 at approximately 11:58 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault- DV. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:39:15 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24047017

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sexual Abuse of a Minor

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/19/24 at approximately 18:24 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Abuse of a Minor. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:40:06 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24047255

    Location: Mountain Village
    Type: Liquor Laws

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/20/24 at approximately 09:25 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Liquor Law Violation at Grant Air involving transport of 9 full bottles of alcohol. Investigative results were forwarded to the DA' s office for review and charging determination. The nine bottles of alcohol were submitted to evidence.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:42:35 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24047363

    Location: Oscarville
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/20/24 at approximately 17:07 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault- DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 52 YOA Willie Larson Sr of Kwethluk for Assault 4.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:43:27 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24047483

    Location: Togiak
    Type: Assault - DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/21/24 at approximately 01:55 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault- DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 30 YOA Brittany Maud of Togiak for Assault.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:44:15 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24047497

    Location: Kasigluk
    Type: Destruction/Damage/Vandalism

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/21/24 at approximately 04:44 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of Destruction/Damage/Vandalism. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 27 YOA Mikayla Tinker of Kasigluk for Criminal Mischief 3.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:45:04 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24047851

    Location: Manokotak
    Type: Violate Conditions

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/21/24 at approximately 16:42 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person Violating their Conditions. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 42 YOA Eric Lomack of Manokotak for Violating Conditions of his Release, Criminal Trespass, and not being with his third-party custodians. Further investigative results regarding the third-party custodians were forwarded to the DA' s office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:46:13 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24048291

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sexual Abuse of a Minor

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/22/24 at approximately 18:34 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Abuse of a Minor. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:47:01 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24048543

    Location: New Stuyahok
    Type: Violate Conditions

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/23/24 at approximately 14:01 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person Violating their Conditions. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 54 YOA Philip Andrew of Dillingham for Violating Conditions of his Release.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:47:45 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24048601

    Location: YK Delta
    Type: Sexual Assault

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/23/24 at approximately 15:33 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Assault. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 3:48:33 PM by DPS\tjsmith3

  • AK24049740

    Location: Hooper Bay
    Type: Search & Rescue / Death Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On May 26, 2024, at approximately 6:19 pm, the Alaska State Troopers received a report that 26-year-old Hooper Bay resident Tyler Kelly was missing. On May 27, 2024, at approximately 2:07 pm, Hooper Bay search and rescue volunteers located Tyler deceased near the airport. Foul play is not suspected at this time. Next of kin has been notified, and Tyler’s body has been sent to the State Medical Examiner’s Office for autopsy.  

    Posted on 5/28/2024 8:07:46 AM by DPS\ajmcdaniel

  • AK24049892

    Location: Kalskag
    Type: Search & Rescue / Death Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On May 27, 2024, at 10:19 am, the Alaska State Troopers received a report that a boat had overturned with two people on board near Kalskag. Two people were onboard the vessel when it overturned. One of the occupants, an adult female, was located near the boat by Kalskag SAR Team members and helped to shore. The second person on board, 57-year-old Kalskag resident Michael Evan, was not immediately located. Troopers launched a helicopter from Bethel to conduct aerial searching while local SAR teams searched on the water and shore. At approximately 2:15 pm, Evan was located deceased by SAR team members. His next of kin have been notified, and his body has been sent to the State Medical Examiner’s Office for autopsy.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 8:17:19 AM by DPS\ajmcdaniel

  • AK24045546

    Location: Ekuk
    Type: SAR

    Dispatch Text:

    Update: June 28, 2024. On June 22, 2024, Alaska Wildlife Troopers utilizing state aircraft recovered a body near Point Protection on the Nushagak Peninsula that had been reported by a commercial fisherman. Due to the condition of the remains, the body was sent to the State Medical Examiner’s Office for positive identification. On June 28, 2024, the remains were positively identified as 36-year-old Carl Nunn of Dillingham. Next of kin has been notified.

    Update: On May 25, 2024, at 4:00am, Alaska State Troopers recovered the body of Rachelle Johnson along the tideline near Clark’s Point. The body was located while AST was conducting aerial searches of the area.  The body is being sent to the State Medical Examiner’s Office for autopsy. Next of kin has been notified. Carl Nunn has not been located.

    On May 15th, 2024, at 6:55pm, Alaska State Troopers were notified of a skiff upside down on the shore of Ekuk beach. Investigation revealed Rachelle Johnson had borrowed the skiff on Monday and left Dillingham with Carl Nunn. Johnson had not given a planned return date and has not been reachable by phone. AST conducted an aerial search over Nushagak Point, Clark’s Point, and Ekuk and no leads were observed. AST reached out to local community members in Ekuk as well as the surrounding villages requesting assistance to determine if Rachelle and Carl were safe. At this time no one has reported seeing either party. A Missing Person’s bulletin has been issued for Rachelle Johnson and Carl Nunn.

    Posted on 5/23/2024 9:08:54 AM by DPS\tjdespain . Edited on 5/28/2024 9:57:12 AM by DPS\tjdespain

  • AK24044497

    Location: Nondalton
    Type: Disturbance [DIST]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/13/24 at approximately 09:44 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a disturbance. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 9:27:37 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24044714

    Location: Kodiak
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    "On 05/13/24 at approximately 17:05 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a vehicle accident involving a minor. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 52 YOA Marilyn Hanson of Kodiak for Assault in the 3rd Degree, DUI, Endangering the Welfare of a Child in the 1st Degree, and DWLR."

    Posted on 5/28/2024 9:28:40 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24044827

    Location: Nome
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/13/24 at approximately 07:09 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 18 YOA William Jack for one count of Assault 3 - DV.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 9:30:22 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24045006

    Location: Savoonga
    Type: Sexual Abuse of a Minor [SEXB]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/14/24 at approximately 14:36 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a possible sexual abuse of a minor. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 9:31:06 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24045008

    Location: Selawik
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/14/24 at approximately 14:06 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 28 YOA Adam Ramoth of Selawik for Assault 4.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 9:32:00 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24045138

    Location: Kodiak
    Type: Sexual Assault [SEXS]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/14/24 at approximately 16:50 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a sexual abuse of a minor. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 9:32:45 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24045533

    Location: Kodiak
    Type: Traffic [TRAF]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/15/24 at approximately 17:52 hours, Alaska State Troopers observed a vehicle driving recklessly without a license plate. Pursuit ended after 3 minutes when the vehicle moved onto a trail system and AST could no longer follow.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 9:35:21 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24045850

    Location: King Salmon
    Type: Theft [THEF]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/16/24 at approximately 09:05 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a property theft of a sheet of steel outside the hanger at the King Salmon Airport, valued at $1,000.00. There are no suspects at this time. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 9:37:11 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24046371

    Location: Brevig Mission
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/17/2024 at approximately 17:04 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 25 YOA Matthew Goodhope of Brevig Mission for two counts of Assault- 4.  

    Posted on 5/28/2024 9:41:25 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24046461

    Location: Kiana
    Type: Assault - Non DV [A13N]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/17/24 at approximately 20:19 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. Investigative results and charging information have been forwarded to the DA's office for review and final charging determination.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 9:42:47 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24046510

    Location: Kiana
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/18/24 at approximately 01:12 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. The investigation is still in progress.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 9:44:09 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24046728

    Location: Noorvik
    Type: Assist Public [PASS]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/18/2024 at approximately 17:54 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a possible sexual abuse of two minors. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 9:45:00 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24046802

    Location: Stebbins
    Type: Driving Under the Influence [DUI]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/18/2024 at approximately 22:23 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person found driving under the influence of alcohol. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 9:45:46 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24047149

    Location: Kivalina
    Type: Burglary [BURG]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/20/2024 at approximately 10:05 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a report of a burglary of three packages at the Kivalina post office. There are no suspects at this time. Investigation continues.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 10:18:54 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24047437

    Location: Shugnak
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/20/2024 at approximately 21:29 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a report of an assault. Investigation led to the arrest of 38 YOA Michael Hugo of Shugnak for Assault 3 - DV.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 10:19:45 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24047485

    Location: Kivalina
    Type: Theft - Vehicle [THEV]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/20/2024 at approximately 21:32 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a report of a vehicle theft of an ATV valued at $2,500.00. The vehicle was recovered. Investigative results have been forwarded to the DA's office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 10:20:35 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24047765

    Location: Shaktoolik
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/21/2024 at approximately 16:05 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a report of an assault. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 18 YOA Marcus Evan of Shaktoolik for Assault 4 - DV.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 10:21:55 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24048294

    Location: Kivalina
    Type: Sexual assault

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/22/2024 at approximately 18:37 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a report of a possible sex offense. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 10:22:35 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

D Detachment

  • AK24046468

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Death Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On May 17th, 2024, at approximately 2331 hours Fairbanks AST received a report of a deceased individual at a residence in the area of College Rd. AST responded. Investigation found Steven Schraufnagel, age 68 of Fairbanks, deceased at his residence. Next of kin was notified. 

    Posted on 5/28/2024 6:13:02 AM by DPS\bbschwarz

  • AK24047512

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Assault 3, Burglary 2, Assault 4, Criminal Mischief 5

    Dispatch Text:

    On May 21st, 2024, at approximately 0601 hours Fairbanks AST received a report of a disturbance in the area of Peger Rd. AST responded. Investigation found Angela Toussaint, age 42 of Fairbanks, had committed the crimes of Assault 3, Assault 4, Burglary 2, and Criminal Mischief 5. She was arrested and remanded to FCC. 

    Posted on 5/28/2024 6:15:01 AM by DPS\bbschwarz

  • AK24047917

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Criminal Trespass, VCOR

    Dispatch Text:

    On May 21st, 2024, at approximately 2342 hours Fairbanks AST received a report of a trespassing in the area of Farmers Loop. AST responded. Investigation revealed Mandy Cadzow, age 36 of Fairbanks, had committed the crimes of Trespassing 2 and VCOR. She was arrested and remanded to FCC. 

    Posted on 5/28/2024 6:17:02 AM by DPS\bbschwarz

  • AK24049827

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: MOCA

    Dispatch Text:

    On 5-27-24 at about 0034 hours, AST conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding.  The 16 year old driver was found to have been consuming alcohol.  The young man was cited and released to his parents.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 6:45:35 AM by DPS\bmhatch

  • AK24049847

    Location: North Pole
    Type: MOCA

    Dispatch Text:

    On 5-27-24 at 0222 hours, AST conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that failed to stop for a stop sign.  The driver was identified as Zoe Cravens, age 18 of North Pole.  Investigation showed that she had been consuming alcohol.  Zoe was cited and released.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 6:47:54 AM by DPS\bmhatch

  • AK24049903

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: MVC-D

    Dispatch Text:

    On 5/27/24 at 1024 hours, the Alaska State Troopers received a report of a hit and run at approximately 40-mile Chena Hot Springs Road.  The driver of the vehicle did not require medical attention although the vehicle sustained significant damage after it was run of the roadway by the suspect vehicle.  The suspect vehicle was described as an older model red pick-up truck with a male driver.  Anyone with information about this crime can call the Alaska State Troopers in Fairbanks at (907) 451-5100. If you would like to remain anonymous you can submit tips through the AKTips smartphone app or securely online at https://dps.alaska.gov/tips. You can also text the keywork AKTips to 847411 followed by your anonymous tip.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 7:22:16 AM by DPS\hlculley

  • AK24049951

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: MVC-D

    Dispatch Text:

    On 5/27/24 at approximately 1330 hours, a vehicle roll over was reported to the Alaska State Troopers.  The driver of the vehicle and the single occupant was not injured after he drove off the roadway after being distracted by a cell phone at approximately 6-mile Steese Highway.  No other property or vehicles were damaged. 

    Posted on 5/28/2024 7:47:32 AM by DPS\hlculley

  • AK24050146

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Assault DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/28/2024, at approximately 0412 hours, Troopers responded to an address in Fairbanks. Troopers' investigation determined that Nina Sikes committed the crime of Assault 4 DV. Nina was then transported to FCC.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 5:49:40 AM by DPS\oamodestoOrdonez

  • AK24050147

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Warrant Arrest, MIW3, MIW5, MICS3

    Dispatch Text:

    On May 28th 2024, at about 0314, Troopers stopped out with a disabled vehicle in the middle of the road near Sandvik St in Fairbanks. Upon further investigation, Brian Nichols was arrested on two bench warrants and additional crimes of MIW 3, MIW 5, and MICS 3.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 6:10:50 AM by DPS\jwconnolly

E Detachment ...No news reported.

Headquarters ...No news reported.

AK Wildlife Troopers

  • AK24050197

    Location: Whittier PWS
    Type: Fail to mark gear

    Dispatch Text:

    On 5-28-24, at approximately 1200 hours, Alaska Wildlife Troopers in Anchorage contacted Terrance Lee Birkholz, age 67 of Palmer, for failing to mark his shellfish Sport Fishing Gear/buoys as required. Birkholz was issued a citation for failure to mark gear totaling $120.00.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 12:44:53 PM by DPS\hapeterson

AK Bureau of Investigation ...No news reported.

AK Bureau of Highway Patrol

  • AK24049888

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: DWLS

    Dispatch Text:

    On 05/27/2024 at approximately 1007 hours, the Highway Interdiction K9 Team conducted a traffic stop on a Chevy Silverado for a moving violation. The driver was identified as Devin Hyde, age 40 of Wasilla. Investigation revealed Hyde had a suspended driver’s license with multiple previous convictions within the previous 10 years. Hyde was issued a misdemeanor summons to appear in court for Driving While License Suspended.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 10:49:09 AM by DPS\glstephens

  • AK24045433

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 5/27/24 at about 1323 hours, Troopers assigned to the Highway Interdiction Team conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle at the Parks Highway and Pittman Road intersection. Investigation revealed the driver, identified as 51 year old Wasilla resident Kenneth Johnson, had an outstanding warrant for his arrest on the original charge of Violation of Custodial Duties. He was arrested and remanded to MSPT.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 1:46:30 PM by DPS\jmnoll

  • AK24049875

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Warrant Arrest x2

    Dispatch Text:

    On 5/27/24 at about 0902 hours, Troopers assigned to the Highway Interdiction Team conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on the Parks Highway near the Seward-Meridian off ramp. Investigation revealed the driver, 42 year old Kenai resident Crystal Poole, had a warrant for her arrest. Further investigation determined the passenger, identified as 53 year old Soldotna resident John Peterson, also had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. Both were arrested and remanded to Mat-Su Pretrial.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 1:51:48 PM by DPS\jmnoll

  • AK24047680

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 5/27/24 at about 1620 hours, Troopers assigned to the Highway Interdiction Team conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Seldon Road and Banner Way. Investigation determined a passenger, identified as 34 year old Palmer resident Brittany Kelso, had an outstanding warrant for her arrest on the original charge of Misuse of Plates. Kelso was arrested and remanded to MSPT.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 1:55:19 PM by DPS\jmnoll

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

AK Div of Fire and Life Safety

  • AK24049531

    Location: Kodiak
    Type: Fatal Fire Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On May 26, 2024, at around 1:00 am, the Kodiak Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire on Benny Benson Drive in Kodiak. While suppressing the fire, firefighters located a single adult female in the structure. She was transported to a local hospital, where she was declared deceased. A Deputy Fire Marshal from the State Fire Marshal’s Office responded to investigate the origin and cause of the fire. A preliminary investigation revealed the fire originated in the resident’s bedroom, and the cause was electrical in nature.  The deceased female has been identified as 70-year-old Kodiak resident Olga Malutin. Her body was sent to the State Medical Examiner’s Office for autopsy.

    Posted on 5/28/2024 8:22:17 AM by DPS\ajmcdaniel