Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Wednesday, May 24, 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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AK21105377
Location: KetchikanType: Warrant ArrestDispatch Text:
On 05/23/2023 at about 2138 hours, the Alaska State Troopers were on a non-related call in the 4100 Block of Old Diary Road when AST observed a male who observed AST in the area and fled into the wooded area near the residence. AST searched the area and located Louis Boneta Jr., age 55 of Ketchikan hiding in brush and under a tree root. Boneta Jr. was found to have an active outstanding No Bail warrant reference the original charges of DWLR, and Improper Use of Registration. Boneta Jr. was arrested and remanded to Ketchikan Correctional Center.
Posted on 5/24/2023 12:44:58 AM by DPS\jpbeaudoin
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AK23051116
Location: SewardType: DWLR, No Liability InsuranceDispatch Text:
On 05/23/2023 at approximately 1953 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop near at a residence off of Cains Street in Seward. Investigation revealed Seward resident David Willson, age 46, was driving with his license in revoked status and did not have liability insurance. Willson was arrested and transported to Seward Community Jail for the charges of Driving While License Revoked and for No Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance. Willson was released on his own recognizance.
Posted on 5/24/2023 12:29:25 PM by DPS\qtnardini
B Detachment
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AK23051150
Location: Big LakeType: Crim Misc 4 DVDispatch Text:
On 05/23/2023 at approximately 2143 hours, Palmer AST received the report of a domestic disturbance at a residence on Big Lake Road. The complainant reported her domestic partner broke the driver’s side window to her pickup truck. AST responded and investigated. Investigation revealed Christopher Lockyer aged 51 of Big Lake committed the crime of Criminal Mischief in the 4th degree Domestic Violence. AUDIO: Y PHOTOS: Y MLF2
Posted on 5/24/2023 2:24:04 AM by DPS\mlfielding
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AK23051212
Location: PalmerType: DUIDispatch Text:
On 05/24/2023 at approximately 0230 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a welfare check on Palmer-Wasilla Highway. Investigation revealed Glenn Agwiak, age 27, of Palmer was driving while under the influence. Glenn was arrested and remanded to Mat-Su Pretrial facility for DUI.
Posted on 5/24/2023 4:24:14 AM by DPS\fdmedina
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AK23050880
Location: WasillaType: BurglaryDispatch Text:
On 5/23/2023 at approximately 1003 hours, AST and WPD responded to a residence near Wasilla for a reported burglary in progress. The victim reported 3 people in home security cameras. The suspects attempted to flee past officers but were stopped just out of the driveway by WPD and AST. Three suspects were taken into custody. David O'Neill, 27 of Wasilla, Johnnylee Burk, 38 of Wasilla, and Dylan Jordan, 26 of Wasilla. All three suspects were taken into custody and remanded at Mat-Su Pretrial where they were held without bail.
Posted on 5/24/2023 9:32:22 AM by DPS\jhsteward
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AK23047641
Location: PalmerType: Warrant ArrestDispatch Text:
On 05/24/23, Court Services Officers assigned to Palmer Judicial Services arrested Marc Fraker, age 53 from Wasilla. Fraker had an active warrant for his arrest for assault in the 4th degree. Fraker was remanded to Mat Su Pretrial.
Posted on 5/24/2023 9:53:42 AM by DPS\mtshelley
C Detachment ...No news reported.
D Detachment
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AK23051118
Location: FairbanksType: Runaway JuvenileDispatch Text:
On May 23, 2023 Fairbanks AST received a report of a runaway juvenile. The juvenile, Bryanne Oaks, was last seen by her guardian on May 23 around 1700 hours. The Alaska State Troopers are actively looking for Bryanne.
Posted on 5/24/2023 5:28:37 AM by DPS\jgstoller
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AK23047827
Location: FairbanksType: Warrant ArrestDispatch Text:
On May 23, 2023 at approximately 1847 hours, AST Fairbanks responded to a disturbance call near Airport Way. Upon arrival, Troopers contacted Shana Sheldon, who had a warrant for her arrest. Shana was taken into custody and remanded to Fairbanks Correctional Facility.
Posted on 5/24/2023 5:58:24 AM by DPS\eljordan
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AK23051172
Location: FairbanksType: DV AssaultDispatch Text:
On May 23, 2023 at approximately 2246 hours, AST Fairbanks responded to a report of a DV Assault near the Old Richardson Highway. Upon arrival, AST contacted David Akers, who had assaulted a family member. Akers was taken into custody and remanded to Fairbanks Correctional Center without incident.
Posted on 5/24/2023 6:02:34 AM by DPS\eljordan
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AK23051142
Location: FairbanksType: DUIDispatch Text:
On May 23, 2023 Fairbanks AST received multiple REDDI reports about a blue van driving erratically in the area of Farmers Loop. Troopers responded and were able to locate the vehicle and conduct a traffic stop. Investigation revealed the driver, Stephen Lawrence, was operating while under the influence of alcohol. Stephen provided a breath sample with yielded a BrAC of 0.199. Stephen was remanded to FCC for multiple misdemeanor charges and received multiple citations. This case is closed.
Posted on 5/24/2023 1:13:04 AM by DPS\jgstoller
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Department of Public Safety Advisory
Location: FairbanksAdvisory Text:
The Alaska State Troopers are currently conducting a training exercise at Pearl Creek Elementary School in Fairbanks. This is only a training exercise; there is no public safety risk to the community. There is a significant law enforcement presence in the area, including law enforcement helicopters and sUAS. The training is closed to the public and media; please avoid the area.Posted on 5/24/2023 10:41:49 AM by DPS\ajmcdaniel
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AK23051425
Location: KoyukukType: DV AssaultDispatch Text:
On 05/24/23 Alaska State Troopers (AST) responded to Koyukuk for a reported assault. Investigation revealed Wayne Dayton (age 62) of Koyukuk assaulted a family member with a dangerous instrument. Wayne was arrested and transported to Fairbanks where he was remanded to Fairbanks Correctional Center (FCC) on one count of Assault in the 3rd Degree.
Posted on 5/24/2023 5:35:28 PM by DPS\kaharrison
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AK23050474
Location: KaltagType: DV AssaultDispatch Text:
On 05/22/23 Alaska State Troopers (AST) responded to a reported assault in Kaltag. After investigation, a primary physical aggressor could not be determined. After consulting with the Fairbanks District Attorney's Office (DAO), no arrest was made and charges were forwarded to Fairbanks DAO for final disposition.
Posted on 5/24/2023 5:39:19 PM by DPS\kaharrison
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AK23045652
Location: KoyukukType: Warrant Arrest/ArraignmentDispatch Text:
On 05/24/23 Freda Stearman (age 35) of Koyukuk was arrested regarding an outstanding warrant. Due to unique circumstances, telephonic arraignment was conducted in Koyukuk and her court date was reassigned. Freda was released on her own recognizance pending her next court date.
Posted on 5/24/2023 5:45:58 PM by DPS\kaharrison
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AK23051547
Location: FairbanksType: TheftDispatch Text:
On May 24, 2023, at approximately 1314 hours, Fairbanks AST received a report of a theft of a bottle of merchandise near College Rd in Fairbanks, AK. Investigation revealed Paul Williams age 37 of Fairbanks stole a bottle of liquor. Williams was arrested and remanded Paul to Fairbanks Correctional Center.
Posted on 5/24/2023 5:51:47 PM by DPS\jdschoeffel
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AK23051624
Location: FairbanksType: TheftDispatch Text:
On 5/24/23 at approximately 1700 hours, it was reported to the Alaska State Trooper in Fairbanks that a resident living near the Chena Ridge area had a mail parcel stolen from their property. The stolen item was estimated to be approximately $800.00 in value. 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 5/24/2023 5:59:47 PM by DPS\hlculley
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AK23051465
Location: FairbanksType: Theft/VandalismDispatch Text:
On May 24, 2023, at approximately 1125 hours, Fairbanks AST received a report of a theft of catalytic converters near south Fairbanks. Initial investigation revealed two males trespassed on the property and cut the catalytic converters off of two vehicles at a business. This investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 5/24/2023 7:33:40 PM by DPS\jdschoeffel
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AK23051488
Location: North PoleType: Motor Vehicle CollisionDispatch Text:
On May 24, 2023, at approximately 1244 hours, Fairbanks AST received a report of a single vehicle motor vehicle collision versus a light pole near North Pole, AK. DOT was contacted for the downed light pole. No injuries were reported.
Posted on 5/24/2023 7:36:57 PM by DPS\jdschoeffel
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AK23051467
Location: FairbanksType: Burglary TheftDispatch Text:
On 24 May 2023 at approximately 0730 Hours Alaska State Troopers received a report of burglary in the vicinity Of Van Horn Rd in Fairbanks. The caller reported a male entered a commercial warehouse and took multiple rolls of copper wire. Investigation revealed Nathan Peter enter the establishment after hours and took rolls of wire without permission. Nathan was remanded at the Fairbanks Correctional Center for one count of burglary in the second degree and one count of theft in the second degree.
Posted on 5/24/2023 8:22:46 PM by DPS\esburns
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AK23051668
Location: FairbanksType: False Report and VCORDispatch Text:
On 5/24/2023 at approximately 1808 hours AST responded to an address in Fairbanks for the report of a disturbance involving a firearm. An investigation revealed Thomas Howard, age 21 of Fairbanks, knowingly made a false report about the incident in an attempt to retaliate against a family member. Thomas was remanded to Fairbanks Correctional Center on the charges of False Report and VCOR.
Posted on 5/24/2023 10:12:38 PM by DPS\bkhaley
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AK23051470
Location: HealyType: Assault 4th Degree (DV)Dispatch Text:
On 5/24/2023 at 0840 hours, AST responded to the Homestead Seasonal Employee Housing Facility in Healy for a disturbance. Investigation revealed CREE MILLER (age 31 of Michigan) assaulted her boyfriend. CREE was arrested for Assault 4th Degree (Domestic Violence) and remanded to the Fairbanks Correctional Center and held without bail until arraignments.
Posted on 5/24/2023 3:05:55 PM by DPS\jaminer
E Detachment ...No news reported.
Headquarters ...No news reported.
AK Wildlife Troopers
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AK23046777
Location: WrangellType: Wildlife ViolationDispatch Text:
On 05/24/23, Juan Sotelo Coria, 29, of Oregon, was issued a citation for making a false statement on the application for a Alaska resident fishing license. Bail associated with this fine is $320.00.
Posted on 5/24/2023 3:50:12 PM by DPS\clyoder
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AK23048764
Location: Fairweather GroundsType: Operate More than One Dinglebar Troll LineDispatch Text:
On 5/24/23, Alaska Wildlife Troopers, Sitka Post cited Joseph Daniels age 45 of Sitka, for operating more than one dinglebar troll line in the directed lingcod fishery. On 5/16/23, Troopers had observed Daniels on the F/V Amnicon with more than one line deployed on the Fairweather Grounds. An arraignment is set in the District Court at Sitka.
Posted on 5/24/2023 5:21:56 PM by DPS\tbhall
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