Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Sunday, May 21, 2023
Any charges reported in these press releases are merely accusations and the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
A Detachment
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AK23050149
Location: SoldotnaType: Driving with a Revoked LicenseDispatch Text:
On 5/21/23 at 1035 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on a pickup on the Sterling hwy near Jim Dahler St. in Soldotna. Investigation revealed the driver, Theodore Dewain Cummings, age 59 of Sterling, was driving with a revoked drivers license and had a prior conviction for driving revoked. Cummings was issued a misdemeanor citation for Driving with a Revoked Drivers License and released with a future court date.
Posted on 5/21/2023 5:45:31 PM by DPS\rtennis
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AK23043895
Location: SoldotnaType: Warrant ArrestDispatch Text:
On 5/21/23 at 1415 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a property off Andrews Avenue in Soldotna. Upon arrival, contact was made with Daniel William Jenkins, age 41 of Soldotna, who was seated in a vehicle and attempting not to be seen/contacted by closing his eyes. Investigation revealed Jenkins had three outstanding arrest warrants for Failure to Appear for Arraignment with original charges of Failure to Stop for law enforcement 2nd degree, DUI, and Assault 4th degree. Each warrant required a $500 bail. Jenkins eventually acknowledged AST was there and was arrested on his warrants. He was remanded at Wildwood pretrial with a $1,500 bail.
Posted on 5/21/2023 5:56:43 PM by DPS\rtennis
B Detachment
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AK23050085
Location: WasillaType: Road rageDispatch Text:
On 05/20/2023, at approximately 2231 hours, the Alaska State Troopers received a report of a disturbance involving firearms on Lenore Street in Wasilla. Investigation revealed Caleb Doty had pointed a firearm at his neighbors during a road rage incident. Caleb was arrested and transported to Matsu Pretrial where he will be held pending arraignment on charges of Misconduct Involving a Weapon 4, Misconduct Involving a Weapon 5, DUI, two counts of Assault 3, and Resisting Arrest.
Posted on 5/21/2023 6:03:23 AM by DPS\jtgillioun
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AK23049675
Location: Knik GlacierType: Aircraft CrashDispatch Text:
On May 19, 2023 at 6:17 pm, the Alaska State Troopers were notified of an airplane crash in the area of the Knik Glacier. The adult male pilot, and sole occupant, of the Piper Super Cub used a pack raft to travel down the Knik River until he had cell phone service and was able to contact Troopers after the aircraft crashed on a sand bar. Troopers with the assistance of a private helicopter at Knik River Lodge were able to respond and pick up the man. There were no injuries reported. The NTSB was notified of the incident.
Posted on 5/21/2023 7:51:05 AM by DPS\ajmcdaniel
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AK23050091
Location: PalmerType: Assault 4/Disorderly ConductDispatch Text:
On 05/20/2023 at approximately 2343 hours, the Alaska State Troopers responded to the area of Bodenburg Loop in Palmer for a disturbance as a male was known to be yelling on the property. Troopers initially made contact with Charles Hassinger, age 42 of Palmer, in a shed on the property. Upon contact Charles displayed hostile behaviors, screamed, and did not want to answer questions. Troopers engaged in a brief fight with Charles before safety applying handcuffs. Charles was charged with one count of Assault in the 4th degree on a Police Officer, and once count of Disorderly Conduct. He was transported to Mat-Su Pretrial and held on a $500 bail. Alcohol was factor in this incident.
Posted on 5/21/2023 5:24:56 AM by DPS\rrhuffman
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AK23050103
Location: Copper CenterType: DUIDispatch Text:
On 05/20/2023 at approximately 2350 hours, AST conducted a traffic stop on a Blue Chevy Aveo for an equipment violation near mile 107 of the Richardson Highway in Copper Center. The driver was identified as Tristin Harvey, age 26, of Kenny Lake. Investigation revealed Harvey was driving under the influence of alcohol. Harvey was arrested for DUI and provided a sample of his breath resulting in .084 BrAC. Harvey was released with a date to appear in court.
Posted on 5/21/2023 2:18:53 AM by DPS\glstephens
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AK23037332
Location: WasillaType: Warrant ArrestDispatch Text:
On 05/20/2023 at 2005 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to the area of Quartz Circle for a warrant service. Investigation revealed, Michael Cloud 34 YOA of Wasilla, had two active warrants for his arrest. The warrants were for Failure to Comply with Conditions of probation and Failure to appear original charge OUI. Michael was arrested on his warrants. Michael was remanded at MAT-SU pretrial and held on $13,000 bail.
Posted on 5/21/2023 5:03:22 AM by DPS\mdbarela
C Detachment ...No news reported.
D Detachment
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AK23050113
Location: FairbanksType: Assault 4, DVDispatch Text:
On 05/21/2023, Alaska State Troopers in Fairbanks responded to a dispute. Investigation resulted in the arrest of Natasha Grant, 19, for Assault-DV, for causing injury to a household member. She was remanded to Fairbanks Correctional Center
Posted on 5/21/2023 5:22:40 AM by DPS\japoole
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AK23050028
Location: North PoleType: BurglaryDispatch Text:
On 05/20/2023, Alaska State Troopers in Fairbanks responded to a North Pole address regarding a burglary. Investigation shows that unknown person(s) forced open a rear door, stole a safe, a DVR, and money from this location. Physical evidence was processed and collected on scene. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 5/21/2023 5:24:10 AM by DPS\japoole
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AK23050111
Location: North PoleType: DUIDispatch Text:
On May 20, 2023, at approximately 2246 hours, AST responded to the area of Bottles St for a report of a DUI. On scene, the driver was identified as Chaston Richards, age 33 of North Pole. Investigation revealed that Chaston was Driving Under the Influence.
Chaston was arrested for Driving Under the Influence, Misconduct Involving Weapons in the Fourth Degree, Driving While License Revoked, Refusal to Submit to a Chemical Test, and Avoidance of an Ignition Interlock Device. Following Data Master processing, Chaston was remanded at FCC on these charges.
Posted on 5/21/2023 6:13:14 AM by DPS\melopezmartinez
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AK23050118
Location: FairbanksType: Damage/DestructionDispatch Text:
On May 21, 2023, at approximately 0224 hours, AST responded to the area of University and Geist Rd for a report of a vehicle that crashed and damaged a building. Investigation is still ongoing.
Posted on 5/21/2023 7:37:19 AM by DPS\melopezmartinez
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AK23050123
Location: FairbanksType: Stolen vehicleDispatch Text:
On 05/21/2023 at approximately 0200 hours, Troopers received a call that a red 2018 GMC Sierra bearing had been stolen from Lane's Quickie Tacos. The vehicle was located at 771 Badger on the Liquor Well. This is an ongoing investigation.
Posted on 5/21/2023 5:36:25 AM by DPS\oamodestoOrdonez
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AK23050197
Location: FairbanksType: RunawayDispatch Text:
On 5/21/23 1116 hours, the Alaska State Troopers in Fairbanks received a report of a runaway. Trooper were able to locate the juvenile safely and return to her to a safe location. Case closed.
Posted on 5/21/2023 5:34:45 PM by DPS\mcolley
E Detachment ...No news reported.
Headquarters ...No news reported.
AK Wildlife Troopers
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AK23047714
Location: SitkaType: Take Lingcod Closed SeasonDispatch Text:
On 5/14/23 Alaska Wildlife Troopers, Sitka Post, contacted Timothy Eddy, age 50 of Sitka, sport fishing near Biorka Island. Investigation revealed Eddy had taken a lingcod when the season was closed until May 16. Eddy was cited for take sport fish lingcod closed season. Bail is set at $170 in the District Court at Sitka. The lingcod was seized and donated to a charity.
Posted on 5/21/2023 11:49:45 AM by DPS\tbhall
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AK23048775
Location: Cross SoundType: Unlawful Markings, Commercial Shrimp GearDispatch Text:
On 5/17/23, Alaska Wildlife Trooper Sitka Post, contacted James W. Proctor, age 46 of Gustavas, commercial shrimp fishing near Cross Sound. Investigation revealed Proctor's gear was improperly marked by having illegible markings and more than one ADF&G number displayed on the buoys. Proctor was cited with an arraignment set in the district court at Sitka.
Posted on 5/21/2023 12:01:21 PM by DPS\tbhall
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