Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Friday, June 20, 2025

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

A Detachment

  • AK25059504

    Location: Seward
    Type: MVC-D/ No Liability Insurance

    Dispatch Text:

    On June 19, 2025, AST responded to a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of the Seward Highway and Nash Road. Investigation revealed Tonya Davis, age 40 of Seward, crashed into the back of another vehicle that was waiting to turn onto the Seward Highway. Davis did not possess any insurance and was issued a summons and several citations. Both vehicles were driven away from the scene and not injuries were reported. 

    Posted on 6/20/2025 4:34:30 PM by DPS\rlmau

  • AK25059840

    Location: Seward
    Type: No Motor Vehicle Insurance

    Dispatch Text:

    On 6/20/2025, at approximately 1440 hours, AST conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for numerous equipment violations in Seward near city limits. During the roadside investigation, the driver, Kelly Mueller, age 25 of Fairbanks, acknowledged he did not have motor vehicle insurance. Mueller was issued a summons to appear on the offense and released at the conclusion of the traffic stop.

    Posted on 6/20/2025 11:10:18 PM by DPS\krklingen

  • AK25033107

    Location: Voznesenka
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 6/20/2025, Alaska State Troopers in Anchor Point were on a routine patrol in Voznesenka when they located Lara Basargin (37 years old) who had an outstanding felony arrest warrant. Lara attempted to run, but was apprehended following a short scuffle with AST. Lara was remanded to Homer Jail and held on $500 bail. 

    Posted on 6/20/2025 11:41:32 PM by DPS\jalindblom

B Detachment

  • AK25059146

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: DUI, Refusal to submit to a chemical test, Misconduct involving controlled substances, and Reckless Endangerment

    Dispatch Text:

    On 6/18/25 at approximately 1800 hours, Troopers received 911 reports of a vehicle rolled over in the ditch around the area of the Williwaw subdivision. An investigation revealed that Siokapesi Taliai, 33, of Wasilla, the driver of the vehicle, had shown signs of impairment and failed Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. She had two passengers in the car at the time of the crash and had controlled substances on her person. She was remanded to Mat-Su pre-trial and held without bail on charges of: DUI, Refusal to submit to a chemical test, Misconduct involving controlled substances, and Reckless Endangerment.

    Posted on 6/20/2025 2:40:07 AM by DPS\tranderson

  • AK25037886

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Warrant

    Dispatch Text:

    On 6/19/2025, AST responded to a residence in the Williwaw subdivision for a welfare check. Upon arrival, AST contacted Travis Peck, 36, of Wasilla, who was passed out in the driver's seat of a running vehicle. The investigation revealed that Travis had an outstanding warrant for his arrest for failure to appear, with the original charge being driving while license revoked. Travis was arrested, transported, and remanded at Matsu Pretrial on his warrant, where he had a $200 bail.   

    Posted on 6/20/2025 5:59:59 AM by DPS\tranderson

  • AK24041158

    Location: Copper Center
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/19/2025 at approximately 2333 hours Glennallen AST contacted Patrick Voyles, age 38 of Copper Center.  Voyles had an outstanding warrant for his arrest for failure to appear for the original charge of DUI.  Voyles was placed under arrest for his warrant and transported to Glennallen AST post on a $50 bail.

    Posted on 6/20/2025 8:56:04 AM by DPS\dtmcweeney

  • AK25059569

    Location: Copper Center
    Type: VCOR X2

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/19/2025 at approximately 2241 hours Glennallen AST responded to a residence in Copper Center for a report of a condition of release violation.  Investigation revealed that Dakota Voyles, age 30 of Copper Center, consumed alcohol in violation of conditions of release from two open court cases stemming from the original charges of 2 counts of Assault in the 4th degree DV, 3 counts of Assault in the presence of a child, and 3 counts of VCOR.  Voyles was placed under arrest for 2 counts of Violating Conditions of Release and transported to Glennallen AST post and held until arraignment. 

    Posted on 6/20/2025 9:08:26 AM by DPS\dtmcweeney

  • AK25059455

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Assault

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/19/2025 at approximately 1630 hours, Alaska State Troopers and Officers from the Wasilla Police Department responded to an assault on Quiet Circle. Multiple parties left the area prior to law enforcement’s arrival, and conflicting stories were provided. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 6/20/2025 10:05:43 AM by DPS\jrvenable

C Detachment ...No news reported.

D Detachment

  • AK25059606

    Location: FAIRBANKS
    Type: Warrant Arrests, False Report

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/20/2025 at 0308 hours a Trooper conducted a traffic stop on two bicyclists. One of the bicyclists, Kiona Volkheimer, gave the Trooper a false name and date of birth. Volkheimer was arrested for false report and her three arrest warrants. Gary Galbreath, the other bicyclist, was arrested for his two arrest warrants. Both were transported to FCC without incident.

    Posted on 6/20/2025 5:09:40 AM by DPS\hrchurness

  • AK25057153

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/20/2025 at 0400 hours a Trooper was on routine patrol and recognized Jesse May at a gas station. She was arrested for her no bail warrant and remanded at FCC without incident.

    Posted on 6/20/2025 5:11:44 AM by DPS\hrchurness

  • AK25059769

    Location: Delta Junction
    Type: Motor Vehicle Collision

    Dispatch Text:

    On 6-20-25, Delta Junction AST received a report of a single vehicle collision versus moose on the Alaska Hwy just south of Delta. The moose was put down due to injuries and a charity was called. A tow company responded for the vehicle.

    Posted on 6/20/2025 6:10:05 PM by DPS\cihudson

  • AK25059772

    Location: Delta Junction
    Type: Abandoned Vehicle

    Dispatch Text:

    On 6-20-25, Delta Junction AST received a report of a red Pontiac Vibe which had been dumped on private property. The investigation is ongoing. 

    Posted on 6/20/2025 6:11:32 PM by DPS\cihudson

  • AK25059574

    Location: Cantwell
    Type: Trespassing 2nd

    Dispatch Text:

    On 06/19/2025, Alaska State Troopers received a trespassing report.  The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 6/20/2025 12:19:11 AM by DPS\japoole

  • AK25059543

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Assault DV

    Dispatch Text:

    On 6-20-2025 at approximately 2030 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a domestic violence incident. After investigation Brandon Forness, age 20 of Fairbanks, was arrested for multiple counts of Assault, criminal mischief, and criminal trespass. He was remanded to Fairbanks Correctional Center without incident.

    Posted on 6/20/2025 1:39:44 AM by DPS\epjaeschke

E Detachment ...No news reported.

Headquarters ...No news reported.

AK Wildlife Troopers

  • TBD

    Location: Glennallen
    Type: Sport fishing violation

    Dispatch Text:

    On 6/20/25, George Sardakowski of Chugiak was issued a citation for violating the possession limit of Chinook Salmon on the Gulkana River.  

    Posted on 6/20/2025 8:32:12 AM by DPS\jmmcginnis

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.