Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Friday, June 14, 2024

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

A Detachment

  • AK24057008

    Location: Soldotna
    Type: DV Assault 4 (Fear), Crim Mish 4

    Dispatch Text:

    On June 13th, 2024, at approximately 2238 hours, Alaska State Troopers contacted 31-year-old Soldotna resident for a third party report regarding a dispute with her husband. Subsequent investigation determined the husband, 40 year old Soldotna resident Jasen Cronk, destroyed property valued between 200-300 dollars in their residence. He was arrested and remanded to Wildwood Pretrial for Domestic Violence Assault in the 4th degree (Fear) and two counts of Criminal Mischief in the 4th degree. 

    Posted on 6/14/2024 4:49:37 AM by DPS\cebryant

B Detachment

  • AK24056982

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Assault 3, Assault4, Criminal Mischief 5

    Dispatch Text:

    On 6-13-2023 at approximately 2028 hours, MAATCOM AST dispatch received a call of an active disturbance in the Wasilla area. AST responded and spoke with the residents of the house. Investigation revealed Dana Bowers, 44, of Wasilla, assaulted two roommates in the residence. Dana was arrested and remanded at Matsu Pretrial for Assault 3, Assault 4 (physical), Assault 4 (fear), and Criminal Mischief 5.

    Posted on 6/14/2024 4:44:21 AM by DPS\tmharris

C Detachment

  • AK24056504

    Location: Stebbins
    Type: Traffic Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On June 12, 2024, at 10:58 am, two Alaska State Troopers were patrolling in the community of Stebbins. Troopers spotted an ATV traveling at an excessive speed, approximately 40 miles per hour, on a main road frequently used by pedestrians and children. Troopers located the ATV and the driver, 21-year-old Stebbins resident Deynese Pete, at a laundromat, and when they contacted the driver, she refused to stop and returned to the ATV. As Pete attempted to flee on the ATV, she ran over one of the Trooper’s feet. Troopers physically stopped her from continuing to flee on the ATV and placed her under arrest. Pete was remanded to Anvil Mountain Correctional Center on charges of Assault 3, Resisting Arrest, and Failure to Stop at the Direction of a Peace Officer.  

    Posted on 6/14/2024 1:25:42 PM by DPS\ajmcdaniel

  • AK24055284

    Location: Shugnak
    Type: Destruction/Damage/Vandalism [DEST]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/10/2024 at approximately 08:55 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person vandalizing a vehicle. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 6/14/2024 3:28:18 PM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24055503

    Location: Kodiak
    Type: Theft [THEF]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/10/2024 at approximately 15:13 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a theft of a pair of shoes at a local church. There are no suspects at this time. The investigation continues.

    Posted on 6/14/2024 3:42:26 PM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24055571

    Location: Kokhanok
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/10/2024 at approximately 18:47 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 22 YOA Elayna Cole-Edwards of Kokhanov for Assault 4 - DV.

    Posted on 6/14/2024 3:46:24 PM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24055719

    Location: Kodiak
    Type: Collision Vehicle [COLV]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/11/2024 at approximately 10:11 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a vehicle collision outside the Kodiak Bayside Fire Department. No injuries have been reported.  

    Posted on 6/14/2024 3:47:57 PM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24056005

    Location: Nome
    Type: Violate Conditions [VIOL]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/11/2024 at approximately 20:50 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person violating their conditions of release. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 36 YOA Chester Topkok of Nome for 6 counts of Unlawful Contact.

    Posted on 6/14/2024 3:49:22 PM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24056456

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

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/12/2024 at approximately 16:53 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person driving under the influence. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 69 YOA Merle Taylor of Kodiak for DUI and Improper Use of Evidence of Registration.

    Posted on 6/14/2024 3:50:00 PM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24056534

    Location: Gambell
    Type: Destruction/Damage/Vandalism [DEST]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/12/2024 at approximately 17:00 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of vandalism of a four-wheeler tire valued at $120.00. There are no suspects at this time. The case is closed, pending leads to a suspect.

    Posted on 6/14/2024 3:50:39 PM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24056794

    Location: Noatak
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/13/2024 at approximately 13:31 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 6/14/2024 3:56:12 PM by DPS\kmrockwell

D Detachment

  • AK24053884

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 6/14/2024 AST made contact with William Barkhuff (26) in the area of Lakeview Terrace. William had an active warrant for his arrest and was subsequently arrested. William was remanded at FCC without incident.

    Posted on 6/14/2024 7:30:43 AM by DPS\atvalcourt

  • AK24056994

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 6/13/2024 AST responded to a residence in the area of Riffle Board Rd for a disturbance. Investigation revealed Amanda Emani (33) of Fairbanks had an active warrant for her arrest. Amanda was arrested and remanded at FCC without incident.

    Posted on 6/14/2024 7:46:56 AM by DPS\atvalcourt

  • AK24057069

    Location: Cantwell
    Type: Welfare Check

    Dispatch Text:

    On 6-14-24, at approximately 0200 hours, Parks Highway Alaska State Troopers received a "distress" call from an adult male reporting he was left on the side of the road by friends/family for no apparent good reason, did not know where he was and hurt his ankle from a bear or moose that was reported to be chasing him.  AST responded and located the male.  AST got the person to a safe location.  Alcohol is a factor in this incident.  

    Posted on 6/14/2024 8:19:14 AM by DPS\gdyoung

  • AK24057083

    Location: Cantwell
    Type: DUI

    Dispatch Text:

    On 6-14-24, at approximately 0600 hours, Parks Highway Alaska State Troopers contacted MARLENE KENNEDY, age 65 of Wasilla at mile 218 of the Parks Highway.  An investigation disclosed KENNEDY was impaired by alcohol and arrested for DUI.  KENNEDY provided a breath sample that was over .080% BrAC.  KENNEDY was released into the care of a sober adult per the Alaska statewide bail schedule.

    Posted on 6/14/2024 8:23:31 AM by DPS\gdyoung

  • AK24057392

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Death Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On 14 June 2024, at approximately 1741 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a deceased person at 7358 Harding Drive. Investigation revealed Kenneth Stein, age 68 of Salcha, was deceased; no foul play is suspected. The next of Kin was notified on the scene. The state medical examiner released the body to the family.

    Posted on 6/14/2024 9:08:55 PM by DPS\rcbell

  • AK24057309

    Location: Healy, Mile 238 Parks Hwy
    Type: Assault 4th (DV), & Interfering with the Report of a DV Crime

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/14/2024 at 1358 hours the Alaska State Troopers on the Parks Highway received a report of a domestic dispute after the fact, near Mile 238 Parks Hwy.  Investigation determined Devin Fabian, age 26 from Florida, but working in Alaska as a seasonal employee assaulted another person and interfered with the calling of law enforcement.  Fabian was arrested and remanded to Fairbanks Correctional Center and held without bail pending arraignment for Assault 4th (DV) and Interfering with the Reporting of a DV Crime.  Alcohol was considered to be a contributing factor.

    Posted on 6/14/2024 9:37:21 PM by DPS\dwbozman

  • AK24057433

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Death Investigation

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/14/2024 at 1957 hours the Alaska State Troopers received a call about a suicidal subject in North Pole. When AST arrived on the scene the subject had already taken their own life. Next of kin arrived on the scene and were notified. AST contacted the State Medical Examiner's office and gave the report. The remains will be transported to Anchorage for the SME's office.

    Posted on 6/14/2024 11:53:16 PM by DPS\dsdicken

E Detachment ...No news reported.

Headquarters ...No news reported.

AK Wildlife Troopers

  • AK24057078

    Location: Kodiak
    Type: Sport Fish Closed Waters

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/11/2024, Kodiak AWT observed Virgilio Tolentino, age 41 of Kodiak, sport fish within the closed waters between the Buskin River fish weir and the boundary line indicated by ADF&G markers.  Tolentino was issued a citation for Sport Fishing in Closed Waters with a fine of $120.

    Posted on 6/14/2024 8:12:55 AM by DPS\dtmcweeney

  • AK24056804

    Location: Tok
    Type: Unlawful Method - Wireless Trail Camera

    Dispatch Text:

    On 6/14/24, Tok Wildlife Troopers cited Troy Lockes, age 57, of Tok for the use of a wireless trail camera while bear baiting.  A mandatory court appearance is set for 8/8/24 in the Tok District Court.

    Posted on 6/14/2024 2:48:07 PM by DPS\rrlanders

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.