Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Friday, August 16, 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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AK24082210
Location: SewardType: Violating DVPO, Arrest WarrantDispatch Text:
On 8/15/2024, AST was notified of a violation to a long-term domestic violence protective order (DVPO). Investigation revealed that Justin Biocic, age 40 of Seward, violated the DVPO by contacting a protected party in violation of the court order. A warrant was issued for Justin's arrest, and then later located in Seward. Justin was remanded to Spring Creek Correctional Center without incident and held without bail.
Posted on 8/16/2024 6:06:21 PM by DPS\krklingen
B Detachment ...No news reported.
C Detachment
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AK24079518
Location: NomeType: Assault - Non DV [A13N]Dispatch Text:
On 08/09/2024 at approximately 12:49 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 50 YOA Robert Williams of Wasilla for Assault 3, Assault 4 x 4, Harassment 1, and MIW 4.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:17:30 PM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24079899
Location: King SalmonType: Assault - DV [A13D]Dispatch Text:
On 08/10/2024 at approximately 12:46 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:18:44 PM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24080067
Location: KodiakType: Assault - Non DV [A13N]Dispatch Text:
On 08/10/2024 at approximately 19:21 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 37 YOA Kevleen Clark of Kodiak for Resisting Arrest, Assault in the 4th Degree, and 4 counts of VCOR.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:19:13 PM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24080122
Location: KodiakType: Assist Agency [AASS]Dispatch Text:
On 08/10/2024 at approximately 23:54 hours, Alaska State Troopers assisted Kodiak PD in locating a black Ford F-150 that reportedly struck a residence and left the scene. The vehicle and driver were located. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 42 YOA Matthew Buchanan of Palmer for DUI.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:20:19 PM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24080171
Location: UnalakleetType: Violate Conditions [VIOL]Dispatch Text:
On 08/11/2024 at approximately 09:16 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person in violation of their conditions of release. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 38 YOA Irene Takak of Unalakleet for VCOR.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:20:45 PM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24080499
Location: NoatakType: Burglary [BURG]Dispatch Text:
On 08/12/2024 at approximately 10:53 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a burglary at two different locations. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:21:15 PM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24080515
Location: Brevig MissionType: Assault - DV [A13D]Dispatch Text:
On 08/12/2024 at approximately 11:09 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 32 YOA Brandon Tocktoo of Brevig Mission for Assault 3-DV.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:21:47 PM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24080486
Location: YK DeltaType: Sexual Abuse of a MinorDispatch Text:
On 08/12/24 at approximately 10:20 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Sexual Abuse of a Minor, after the fact. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:46:20 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK24080898
Location: NoorvikType: Sex Offender Registration [SEXD]Dispatch Text:
On 08/13/2024 at approximately 09:55 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person out of compliance with their sex offender requirements. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 61 YOA Ray Sheldon of Noorvik for Failure to Register as a Sex Offender.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:46:48 PM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24081733
Location: Bristol Bay RegionType: Sexual assaultDispatch Text:
On 08/14/2024 at approximately 22:08 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a sexual assault. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:47:19 PM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24080941
Location: AnvikType: Assault - Non DVDispatch Text:
On 08/09/24 at approximately 05:37 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault. Investigative results forwarded to the DA' s office for review and charging determination.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:47:27 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK24081836
Location: SelawikType: Theft [THEF]Dispatch Text:
On 08/15/2024 at approximately 07:57 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a theft. The investigation continues.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:48:51 PM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24081063
Location: YK DeltaType: Sexual Abuse of a MinorDispatch Text:
On 08/13/24 at approximately 15:29 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a possible Sexual Abuse of a Minor. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:49:11 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK24081655
Location: AkiachakType: Assault - DVDispatch Text:
On 08/14/24 at approximately 19:32 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 24 YOA Jonsey Lomack of Akiachak for Assault 4 x 2 and PTRP.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:50:30 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK24081889
Location: KoyukType: Assault - DV [A13D]Dispatch Text:
On 08/15/2024 at approximately 11:44 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 26 YOA Brianna Nassuk of Koyuk for Criminal Trespass 1 and Assault in the 4th Degree.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:50:40 PM by DPS\kmrockwell
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AK24081742
Location: EmmonakType: Assault - DVDispatch Text:
On 08/14/24 at approximately 23:29 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 30 YOA Jonathan Andrews of Emmonak for Assault.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:51:27 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK24081832
Location: AtmautlaukType: Search and RescueDispatch Text:
On 8/15/24 at 10:03 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of 5 overdue people from the Village of Atmautluak, AK, who were out berry picking toward Baird Inlet. Local SAR teams in Atmautluak and Kasigluk have been notified.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:53:34 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
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AK24082086
Location: NapakiakType: BurglaryDispatch Text:
On 08/15/24 at approximately 16:14 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a Burglary at a commercial building. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 8/16/2024 1:54:50 PM by DPS\tjsmith3
D Detachment
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AK24082237
Location: North PoleType: DeathDispatch Text:
On 08/15/2024 Alaska State Troopers in Fairbanks responded to a death in North Pole. The investigation found that Heather Bittner, 37, was found deceased by family.
Posted on 8/16/2024 3:38:02 AM by DPS\japoole
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AK24082266
Location: FairbanksType: Trespassing 2ndDispatch Text:
On 08/16/2024, Alaska State Troopers responded to a hotel in Fairbanks regarding a trespassing issue. The investigation resulted in the arrest of Clifton Lord JR, 22, for Trespassing 2nd degree. He was remanded to Fairbanks Correctional Center.
Posted on 8/16/2024 4:07:52 AM by DPS\japoole
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AK24082244
Location: FairbanksType: Burglary I and Criminal Mischief IVDispatch Text:
On 8-15-24 at approximately 2330 hours, the Alaska State Troopers received a report of a burglary and damaged property at a residence off Farmers Loop. It was reported that the residence had been broken into and that the items in the home were damaged. The investigation is still ongoing. Anyone with information can contact the Alaska State Troopers at 451-5100.
Posted on 8/16/2024 5:05:22 AM by DPS\cjnelson1
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AK24082623
Location: TokType: Death InvestigationDispatch Text:
On 08/16/2024 Tok AST was notified of an at home death in Tok. Investigation showed the deceased passed from natural causes and the SME released their remains to the family and funeral home.
Posted on 8/16/2024 10:18:12 PM by DPS\tmrosario
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AK24082674
Location: FairbanksType: DV AssaultDispatch Text:
On August 16, 2024, at approximately 2001 hours, the Alaska State Troopers responded to the area of Chena Ridge for a disturbance. After further investigation, Terry Underwood, age 63 of Fairbanks, was arrested on the charges of assault in the 4th degree and interfering with the report of a crime of domestic violence. Terry was remanded to Fairbanks Correctional Center without incident.
Posted on 8/16/2024 10:31:39 PM by DPS\rcbell
E Detachment ...No news reported.
Headquarters ...No news reported.
AK Wildlife Troopers
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AK24080353
Location: Mile 285 Dalton HighwayType: Wildlife ViolationDispatch Text:
Alaska Wildlife Troopers are investigating the unlawful take of a caribou on the evening of 08/09/2024 in the vicinity of Mile 285 of the Dalton Highway. Anyone with information or who may have witnessed the take is asked to contact the Alaska Wildlife Troopers at 907-451-5350 and reference the above incident number.
Additionally, tips may be submitted at dps.alaska.gov/ast/tips
Posted on 8/16/2024 2:23:19 PM by DPS\bdlemay
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AK24080354
Location: Mile 285 Dalton HighwayType: Wildlife ViolationDispatch Text:
On 08/11/2024, Coldfoot AWT received a report of Wanton Waste in the vicinity of mile 285 Dalton Highway. Investigation is on-going.
Posted on 8/16/2024 2:25:07 PM by DPS\bdlemay
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AK24082613
Location: Brooks RangeType: Airplane Collision - SARDispatch Text:
On 08/15/2024, at approximately 1830 hours, AWT was notified of an airplane crash on the Sheenjek river. No injuries were reported, and both occupants had supplies to remain overnight. On 08/16/2024, Fairbanks based Helo 2 responded and transported both parties involved to Fairbanks.
Posted on 8/16/2024 7:56:44 PM by DPS\bdlemay
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AK24079836
Location: PalmerType: Take Moose Closed Season/ Unlawful Possession and TransportDispatch Text:
On 08/10/2024 at approximately 0610 hours, Alaska Wildlife Troopers received a report of a man winching a moose onto a trailer just after 0600 hours near the intersection of Clark-Wolverine Road and Huntley Road. It was later discovered that a bow hunter harvested a moose on someone’s property without the permission of the home owner in the same area. Wildlife Troopers began an investigation using a detailed vehicle description provided by the original caller. Wildlife Troopers identified Noah Hale, age 30 of Palmer, as a person of interest based on previous trespass issues and having a similar vehicle description. Hale was contacted at his residence. Investigation revealed Hale possessed a freshly harvested small bull moose without the head but Hale claimed the moose was legal based on brow tines. Ultimately it was discovered the moose was illegally harvested by Hale based on antler restrictions for the area. The moose meat and bow were seized. Hale was charged in the Palmer Court with Take Moose Closed Season and Unlawful Possession and Transport of Big Game both of which are Class A Misdemeanors. The moose meat was donated to a charity.
Posted on 8/16/2024 12:19:39 PM by DPS\dbledford
AK Bureau of Investigation
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AK24082297
Location: GambellType: Warrant Arrest/Officer Involved ShootingDispatch Text:
UPDATE 8/19:
UPDATE 8/19 2:00 pm: The law enforcement officers who discharged their duty weapons during this incident are identified as:
- Trooper Jayson Christner, an eight-month veteran of the Alaska State Troopers currently assigned to Nome post. Trooper Christner has six prior years of law enforcement service within the State of Alaska before joining the Alaska State Troopers.
- Trooper Colten Buie, a three-year veteran of the Alaska State Troopers currently assigned to Nome post
- Court Services Officer Sawyer Munson, a two-year veteran of the Alaska Department of Public Safety currently assigned to the Nome region
The Alaska Bureau of Investigation continues to investigate this incident. Once their investigation is complete it will be independently reviewed by the Alaska Office of Special Prosecutions.
ORIGINAL: On August 16, 2024, at 12:50pm. Alaska State Troopers responded to Gambell to serve an arrest warrant on Vaughn Walunga, age 46 of Gambell, for Terroristic Threatening in the Second Degree, a class C felony. Upon arrival, troopers made announcements from outside the residence at which time Walunga stuck the barrel of a gun out the front door and fired. Two troopers, and a court services officer who was assisting, returned fire striking Walunga in the hand. Walunga was then taken into custody on the arrest warrant. First Aid was immediately rendered on Walunga, who was taken to the local clinic for further treatment of his injury. No other injuries were reported. The Alaska Bureau of Investigation has taken case responsibility and is currently responding to Gambell. More charges are expected.
Once the ABI investigation is complete it will be referred to the Office of Special Prosecutions for independent review. The officers that discharged their firearm will be placed on 72-hours of administrative leave in accordance with DPS policy. Their names will be released publicly in 72 hours.
Posted on 8/16/2024 4:53:48 PM by DPS\tjdespain
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