Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Monday, July 1, 2024
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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AK24063422
Location: Anchor PointType: DWLRDispatch Text:
On 6/30/24 at 1916 hours, Troopers responded to a REDDI report of a vehicle traveling on the Sterling Highway. Troopers located the vehicle and stopped it near Pathfinder Drive. The driver was identified as Mark Donithan, 21 of Wasilla, and he was found to be driving with a revoked license. Donithan was issued a summons to appear and released. The vehicle was released to a licensed driver.
Posted on 7/1/2024 2:02:50 PM by DPS\djcox
B Detachment
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AK24050599
Location: WasillaType: Warrant ArrestDispatch Text:
On 07/01/2024 At approximately 1300 hours an Alaska State Trooper performed a traffic stop on a vehicle for equipment violations. Investigation revealed that Richmond Orem 42 YOA had a $100 misdemeanor warrant for improper use of plate. Orem was arrested and transported to Mat-Su pretrial where he was remanded on his warrant.
Posted on 7/1/2024 2:37:42 PM by DPS\sthumphreys
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AK24063485
Location: Palmer, AKType: DV AssaultDispatch Text:
On 6/30/2024 at approximately 2149 hours MATCOM received a report of a disturbance at a residence in Houston. Upon investigation, it was found that Hannah Transki, 35 of Houston, had assaulted a family member. Hannah was arrested, transported, and remanded to Mat-Su pretrial.
Posted on 7/1/2024 3:47:35 AM by DPS\tjwilson
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AK24063474
Location: PalmerType: Fail To Stop at the Direction of a Peace OfficerDispatch Text:
On 06/30/2024 at approximately 2314 hours, Alaska State Troopers observed a dirt bike operating on the roadway on Bogard near Moose Street in Wasilla. Troopers attempted to conduct a traffic stop but the driver, later identified as Gabriel Martucci age 20 of Wasilla, failed to stop for Troopers. Martucci eventually stopped and was arrested for Fail To Stop at the Direction of a Peace Officer. Martucci was remanded to the Mat-Su Pretrial Facility.
Posted on 7/1/2024 4:56:33 AM by DPS\rranderson
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AK23062724
Location: WasillaType: Arrest WarrantDispatch Text:
On 7/1/2024, at approximately 1630 hours, the Alaska State Troopers responded to the area of Pittman Road and Sunrise Drive in Wasilla for an anonymous warrant tip. AST contacted Stephen Pickens, age 30 of Wasilla. Investigation revealed that Stephen had an outstanding arrest warrant for failure to comply with probation. Stephen was arrested and transported to Matsu Pretrial where he was remanded and held on a $10,000 bail.
Posted on 7/1/2024 7:52:35 PM by DPS\hcmckenney
C Detachment
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AK24063124
Location: Nunam IquaType: Death InvestigationDispatch Text:
On June 29, 2024, at 5:44pm, the Alaska State Troopers were notified of a death in Nunam Iqua. Daniel Johnson, age 38 of Nunam Iqua, was found deceased under an ATV. Emmonak troopers responded and determined that Johnson was riding his ATV up a steep gravel mound when the ATV flipped and pinned him underneath. Johnson’s body will be transported to the State Medical Examiner’s Office, in Anchorage.
Posted on 7/1/2024 10:10:50 AM by DPS\jfreeman1
D Detachment
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AK24063429
Location: TokType: VCOR x2Dispatch Text:
On June 30, 2024, at approximately 1525 hours Alaska State Troopers in Tok responded to a report of an intoxicated female on the roadway in Tok. AST contacted Connie Sanford, age 62 of Tok. Investigation revealed that Connie was in violation of her conditions of release in 4TO-23-00064CR and 4TO-23-00065CR. Connie was arrested and remanded to the Fairbanks Correctional Center where she was held on $250 bail.
Posted on 7/1/2024 12:10:43 AM by DPS\jnburnham
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AK24063481
Location: FairbanksType: MIW 2, MIW 3 x3, MIW 4Dispatch Text:
On July 1st 2024, at about 2044, Troopers responded to the area of Cresbard Ct for the report of multiple gunshots. Upon further investigation, Scott Bishop and Hawk Bishop were arrested for multiple felony weapon charges. Both were remanded to FCC without incident.
Posted on 7/1/2024 2:06:34 AM by DPS\jwconnolly
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AK24063802
Location: FairbanksType: vehicle theftDispatch Text:
On 07/01/2024 at 1524 hours the Alaska State Troopers received a call from Penny Watson about one of her cars being stolen. Investigation showed that the vehicle and suspect who is identified as Gene Utley was driving the car on 06/28/2024 without a license. He was issued a summons and let go. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 7/1/2024 6:59:47 PM by DPS\dsdicken
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AK24062448
Location: FairbanksType: DWLRDispatch Text:
On June 27, 2024, at approximately 2241 hours, the Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on the Parks Highway. The driver was contacted and identified as Gene Utley. Further investigation revealed that Gene's driver's license was revoked, and he had prior driving while revoked convictions in the past 10 years, which is a misdemeanor offense. Gene was issued a summons to appear in court.
Posted on 7/1/2024 9:54:29 PM by DPS\rcbell
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AK24063536
Location: FairbanksType: Warrant ArrestDispatch Text:
On July 1, 2024, at approximately 2019 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop near Airport Way. Further investigation revealed that one of the vehicle's passengers, Gary Thurmond II, age 21 of Delta Junction, had a $10,000 warrant for his arrest. Gary was arrested and remanded to Fairbanks Correctional Center.
Posted on 7/1/2024 10:33:02 PM by DPS\rcbell
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AK Wildlife Troopers
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AK24063464
Location: Big LakeType: Felony DUIDispatch Text:
On June 30, 2024, the Alaska Wildlife Troopers conducted a marine patrol on Big Lake. The Troopers ended up issuing 5 marine citations and 20 warnings. At approximately 2124 hours, Troopers stopped Daniel Luafulu, age 30, of Anchorage for towing a skier/tuber without an observer or mirror. Indications of impairment were noticed, and field sobriety tests were performed. Luafulu was subsequently arrested for felony DUI, felony refusal to submit to a chemical test and misconduct involving a weapon in the fourth degree for possession of a firearm while impaired. Luafulu was transported to the Mat Su Pretrial Facility where he was remanded without bail. The Alaska State Troopers would like to remind boaters to review the Alaska Boater’s Handbook prior to recreating on waterways and to take a boating safety course if you are new to operating a boat or PWC. Information can be found at www.alaskaboatingsafety.org or calling (907)-269-6041.
Posted on 7/1/2024 2:12:04 PM by DPS\jrwright
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AK24063443
Location: Kasilof RiverType: Guide Registration/Documents/PossessionDispatch Text:
On 6/30/2024 at approximately 1656 hours, Alaska Wildlife Troopers were patrolling the Kasilof River. David Tugan, age 48, from Soldotna, was contacted guiding a Sockeye Salmon trip. The investigation revealed that David Tugan did not have his guide license in his possession. A bailable citation was filed with the Kenai Court.
Posted on 7/1/2024 4:00:27 PM by DPS\dmlorring
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AK24062673
Location: SoldotnaType: Fail to Seal BearDispatch Text:
On 6/28/2024 at 1422 hours, Michael Bertagna age 51 from Kenai was contacted reference failing to seal a black bear he shot in 2024. Investigation revealed Michael Bertagna failed to have the black bear skull sealed. A bailable citation was filed with the Kenai courts.
Posted on 7/1/2024 4:05:12 PM by DPS\dmlorring
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AK24058494
Location: Cooper LandingType: No Personal Flotation DeviceDispatch Text:
On 6/17/2024, at approximately 1903 hours, Alaska Wildlife Troopers were conducting a patrol on the Upper Kenai River. Robert Ausbrooks, age 54, was contacted floating the river. Investigation revealed that Robert Ausbrooks did not have a single personal floatation device in his boat. A bailable citation was filed in the Kenai court for Personal Flotation Device requirements.
Posted on 7/1/2024 4:13:11 PM by DPS\dmlorring
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AK24060492
Location: Kasilof BeachType: Setnet Gear RequirementDispatch Text:
On 6/22/2024 at approximately 1630 hours, Alaska Wildlife Troopers were conducting an Upper Cook Inlet Personal Use Setnet patrol. Randolph Marquez, age 63, was contacted for personal use set netting. An investigation revealed that Randolph Marquez was fishing an illegal net per regulations. A bailable citation was filed with the Kenai Court.
Posted on 7/1/2024 4:34:03 PM by DPS\dmlorring
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AK24060163
Location: Skilak/ Kenai RiverType: Sportfishing Without LicenseDispatch Text:
On 6/21/24 at approximately 1530 hours, Alaska Wildlife Troopers were conducting a boat patrol on the Kenai River near Skilak Lake. Timothy Marks, age 68, from Girdwood, was contacted fishing in a boat. Investigation revealed Timothy Marks did not have his 2024 Sportfishing license in his possession. A bailable citation was filed with the Kenai Court.
Posted on 7/1/2024 4:38:20 PM by DPS\dmlorring
AK Bureau of Investigation
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AK24063579
Location: Big LakeType: Warrant arrest, MICS 2nd & 3rdDispatch Text:
On 07/01/2024 at approximately 1110 hours, the Statewide Drug Enforcement Unit (SDEU) contacted a black Ford F-150 in Big Lake with Seth Kenison, age 41 of Willow, as the passenger. Kenison had a Misdemeanor no bail arrest warrant for Failing to Remand on the original charge of Assault 4th Degree. During this contact, SDEU located methamphetamine and fentanyl powder inside the vehicle following a search warrant. Kenison was remanded to MAT-SU Pretrial on his warrant and Misconduct Involving a Controlled Substance 2nd Degree and 3rd Degree.
Posted on 7/1/2024 3:54:14 PM by DPS\glstephens
AK Bureau of Highway Patrol
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AK23098143
Location: WasillaType: Warrant Arrest x2Dispatch Text:
On 06/27/2024 at approximately 1724 hours, the Highway Interdiction K9 Team conducted a traffic stop on a white Nissan Quest for expired registration on Karen Street in Wasilla. Investigation revealed the driver, Christopher Callaway, age 36 of Wasilla, had an outstanding $50 misdemeanor arrest warrant for Failing to Appear for a court appearance with an original charge of Criminal Trespass 1st. Further investigation revealed, the passenger, Jarredd Peterson, age 35 of Wasilla, had an outstanding $500 felony arrest warrant for Violation of Conditions of Release with an original charge of Misconduct Involving a Controlled Substance 4th x2. Both were arrested and remanded to MAT-SU Pretrial on their warrants.
Posted on 7/1/2024 3:31:44 PM by DPS\glstephens
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