Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Monday, July 28, 2025
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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AK25074434
Location: Moose PassType: DUI, Endangering the Welfare of a ChildDispatch Text:
On 7/27/2025, at approximately 1847 hours, Seward AST received a REDDI report of a silver SUV swerving in the roadway near mile 43 of the Seward Highway. AST was nearby, responded, and located the vehicle at a pullout at mile 47 at 1853 hours. The driver was located with a partially consumed alcoholic beverage in his hand with two juveniles in the vehicle under the age of 4. The driver, Emiliano Martinez-Alvarez, was transported to Spring Creek Correctional Center where he was remanded on the charges of DUI and two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child in the 1st Degree, and held on a $1,000.00 for having two prior DUIs.
Posted on 7/28/2025 12:23:49 AM by DPS\krklingen
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AK25074490
Location: SewardType: Search & ResuceDispatch Text:
On 7/27/2025, at approximately 2154 hours, Seward AST received a 911 call from Dennis Maurer, age 33 of Switzerland, stating that he had climbed a mountain in Seward and had out climbed his abilities, could not return on his own without assistance and did not have the proper equipment to climb down. Seward AST located the individual through the use of sUAS, and was able to ascertain his wellbeing, determining his location to be just shy of 4000' near the peak of Mount Marathon. RCC (National Guard) was contacted for assistance due to the lack of a landing zone for other resources, arriving in Seward in the early morning hours. They were able to locate Dennis, pick him up and return him to the Seward Airport at 0143 hours where he met with local law enforcement. Dennis was not injured and required no medical attention.
AST would like to thank the assistance of the Rescue Coordination Center, the Air National Guard and Seward Police Department for their assistance.
Posted on 7/28/2025 3:02:09 AM by DPS\krklingen
B Detachment
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AK25074804
Location: Palmer CourthouseType: Out-of-Custody RemandDispatch Text:
On 7/28/2025 at approximately 1600 hours, Palmer Judicial Services arrested Tracy Jerue, age 46, of Wasilla following a change of plea / sentencing hearing at the Palmer Courthouse where she pled guilty to Escape III and Violating Conditions of Release x 2. Jerue was lodged at the Mat-Su Pretrial Facility sentenced to 3 years and 60 days consecutive with credit for time already served.
Posted on 7/28/2025 5:36:02 PM by SOA\cglong
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AK25074518
Location: WasillaType: Domestic ViolenceDispatch Text:
On 7/28/25 at approx. 0100hrs AST responded to a disturbance at an apartment complex in the Wasilla area. Investigation revealed that Tami Horton (age 25 of Nome) was involved in a physical altercation with a family member that resulted in minor injuries. Tami Horton has arrested and transported to the Palmer Pretrial Facility where she was remanded on one count of Assault III. Tami Horton is being held without bail until arraignment.
Posted on 7/28/2025 4:19:03 AM by DPS\tncaldarea
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AK25074442
Location: WasillaType: DUIDispatch Text:
On 7/27/2025 at approximately 1830 hours, AST received a report of a Reddi vehicle on Seldon Rd. AST located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop after observing continued erratic driving. Investigation revealed that the driver, identified as Margaret Billinger, 70 YOA, was operating her vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. Margaret was arrested and remanded to MSPT, where she was held on her own recognizance.
Posted on 7/28/2025 5:02:08 AM by DPS\swcorino
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AK25074409
Location: WillowType: Burglary II and Theft IIDispatch Text:
On 7/27/2025, at approximately 1521 hours, AST received a report of a Burglary in the area of Willard Kash Road in Willow. AST responded to the scene. AST contacted Shaunessy Weston, age 52 of Soldotna and Corey Toews, age 52 of Wasilla. Investigation revealed that Shaunessy and Corey committed the crimes of Burglary II and Theft II. Shaunessy and Corey were arrested and transported to Matsu Pretrial where they were remanded and held without bail.
Posted on 7/28/2025 8:10:12 AM by DPS\hcmckenney
C Detachment ...No news reported.
D Detachment
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AK25074494
Location: HealyType: Felon in Possession of FirearmDispatch Text:
On 7/27/25 at about 2104 hours, AST Parks Hwy Troopers conducted a traffic stop on a green truck for speeding near mile 285 of the Parks Hwy. Investigation revealed the driver, BRADLEY KRUGER, (age 24 of Anchorage) was in possession of a handgun after being convicted in the past on several occasions of Felony level crimes and was currently already on Federal Probation/Parole for a Federal Conviction of Felon in Possession of a firearm. AST seized the handgun and arrested BRADLEY and remanded him to Fairbanks Correctional Center with no bail till arraignment.
Posted on 7/28/2025 3:14:36 AM by DPS\jaminer
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AK25071922
Location: Delta JunctionType: Criminal Mischief/VandalismDispatch Text:
Over the last few weeks, the Alaska State Troopers have received multiple reports of vandalism at various public/communal City of Delta Junction properties including the hockey rink, soccer fields, park, etc. Perpetrators appear to be unsupervised minors and young adults on dirt bikes and ATV's.
Frequent vandalism prevents the community at large from enjoying access to these facilities and could lead to them falling into a state of disrepair.
Troopers are asking for the public's help. If you see something suspicious, contact the trooper dispatch immediately at 907-895-4800.
Posted on 7/28/2025 12:23:26 PM by DPS\tmstuart
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AK25074769
Location: TokType: Death InvestigationDispatch Text:
On July 28, 2025 at 1255 hours, the Alaska State Troopers were notified of a deceased adult female at a residence in Tok. Troopers and VPSOs responded to the residence and located 93-year-old Tok resident Ada Mullett, deceased. The death was determined to be due to natural causes. After a consultation with the State Medical Examiner’s Office, Mullett's remains were released to the family for funeral arrangements. Next of kin were on scene.
Posted on 7/28/2025 6:03:03 PM by DPS\sohessler
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AK25074884
Location: HealyType: Driving in Violation of Instructional PermitDispatch Text:
On 07/28/2025 at 1848 hours the Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop near Mile 259 Parks Hwy for a moving violation. Investigation determined the driver, a 16-year-old female was driving on an Instructional Permit without a driver over 21 years old in the vehicle as required. The female was issued a misdemeanor summons for Driving in Violation of an Instructional Permit. The vehicle was released to a licensed driver.
Posted on 7/28/2025 10:06:18 PM by DPS\dwbozman
E Detachment ...No news reported.
Headquarters ...No news reported.
AK Wildlife Troopers
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AK25074412
Location: Kenai City Dock Cleaning TablesType: Fail to Record Salmon on Personal Use Permit X 3Dispatch Text:
On 7/27/2025 Tok Wildlife Troopers cited Anne McGivney, age 27, of Anchorage, Matthew Sutermeister, age 26, of Anchorage and Cassidy Lewis, age 26, of Anchorage for failing to record fish caught during a personal use fishery. Bail was set at $120 in the Kenai District Court for each fisherman.
Posted on 7/28/2025 9:36:12 AM by DPS\rrlanders
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AK25074553
Location: Kenai North BeachType: Fail to Record Salmon on Personal Use PermitDispatch Text:
On 7/28/2025 Tok Wildlife Troopers cited Peter Paulo, age 68, of Anchorage for failing to record fish caught during a personal use fishery. Bail was set at $120 in the Kenai District Court.
Posted on 7/28/2025 9:38:32 AM by DPS\rrlanders
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AK25074738
Location: Kenai South BeachType: Fail to Record Salmon on Personal Use PermitDispatch Text:
On 7/28/2025 Tok Wildlife Troopers cited Forrest Ahmaogak, age 40, of Anchorage for failing to record fish caught during a personal use fishery. Bail was set at $120 in the Kenai District Court.
Posted on 7/28/2025 4:17:39 PM by DPS\rrlanders
AK Bureau of Investigation ...No news reported.
AK Bureau of Highway Patrol
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AK25073173
Location: Big LakeType: DWLC, No Plate DisplayedDispatch Text:
On 07/24/2025 at approximately 1404 hours, the Highway Interdiction K9 Team conducted a traffic stop on a Red Ford pick up truck on Big Lake Road where the truck had no plates displayed. Investigation revealed the driver, Gavin McIver, age 29 of Big Lake, had a canceled driver's license. McIver was issued a summons to appear in court for Driving While License Canceled and for Failure to Display License Plates.
Posted on 7/28/2025 10:16:35 AM by DPS\glstephens
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AK25066612
Location: Big LakeType: NVOL, Proof of InsuranceDispatch Text:
On 07/08/2025 at approximately 1258 hours, the Highway Interdiction K9 Team conducted a traffic stop on a black GMC Sierra for an equipment violation on Big Lake Road. The driver was identified as Derek Howard, age 42 of Big Lake. Investigation revealed Howard was operating the vehicle with an expired driver's license over one year and had no proof of liability insurance. Howard was issued a summons to appear in court for No Valid Operators License and a citation for No Proof of Insurance.
Posted on 7/28/2025 11:04:41 AM by DPS\glstephens
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