Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Tuesday, September 10, 2024

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

A Detachment

  • AK24089507

    Location: Homer
    Type: SAR

    Dispatch Text:

    On September 4, 2024, at 4:45 am, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a SPOT GPS SOS approximately 15 miles east of Homer. Additional information provided via 2-way GPS device indicated two goat-hunters, were stranded in a high mountain bowl and their shelter was failing with worsening weather conditions. The hunters were unable to self-extricate on foot due to terrain and weather conditions and were showing signs of onset of hypothermia. AKRCC was contacted and accepted the mission. Both individuals were rescued and taken to the Homer Airport.

     

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:11:44 AM by DPS\jsdougherty

B Detachment

  • AK24091736

    Location: Willow
    Type: Fatal Vehicle Accident

    Dispatch Text:

    On 9/9/24  at approx. 2049 hours, AST and Willow EMS/ Fire and Rescue responded to a single vehicle accident near mile post 73 of the Parks Highway in Willow. Investigation revealed that Brandon Tyler Foster (Age 40 of Talkeetna) was traveling north on the Parks Highway when he lost control of his vehicle, a 2001 Ford  F350, slid into a ditch and rolled prior to coming to a stop. Foster was not wearing his seat belt and was thrown from the vehicle. The passenger in the vehicle was wearing their seatbelt and treated for minor injuries. Foster was transported from the scene by Life-Flight to Providence Hospital in Anchorage. Foster succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at Providence Hospital. Next of kin has been notified. The Alaska State Medical Examiners Office responded to the Providence Hospital for further investigation. Investigation Continues

     

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:43:07 AM by DPS\makessler

  • AK24070022

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 9/10/24 at approximately 1200 hours, Alaska State Troopers responded to a residence on Cattail Cir in Big Lake and contacted Hawley Crawford, age 45 of Big Lake. An investigation revealed Crawford had an outstanding warrant for her arrest on the original charge of Theft III. Crawford was arrested without incident and transported to MSPT for remand. Bail was set at $300.00.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 1:32:00 PM by DPS\makessler

  • AK24064552

    Location: Palmer
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On 9/10/2024, Troopers responded to a residence for a disturbance.  During the investigation, it was discovered that Allen Metcalf Sr. lived on the property and had two misdemeanor warrants, one from the Alaska State Troopers and one from the Anchorage Police Department.  Allen was arrested without incident, remanded at Palmer Pretrial, and held with no bail. 

    Posted on 9/10/2024 5:43:02 AM by DPS\cnfouts

  • AK24091958

    Location: Wasilla
    Type: DUI

    Dispatch Text:

    On 9/10/2024 at approximately 1119 hours, AST received a report of a driver who hit a parked truck and a parked travel trailer. The investigation revealed that Christina Beebe, 56 of Wasilla was driving under the influence and was arrested without incident, transported and remanded to Mat-Su Pretrial, and released on her own recognizance. 

    Posted on 9/10/2024 5:52:20 PM by DPS\tjwilson

C Detachment

  • AK24089136

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

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/03/2024 at approximately 11:09 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a vandalism at a local residence in Elim. Investigative results have been forwarded to the DA's office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:32:45 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24089234

    Location: Selawik
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/03/2024 at approximately 12:17 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 25 YOA Elliot Starbuck of Selawik for Assault in the 4th Degree.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:33:40 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24089776

    Location: Norton Sound Region
    Type: Sex Offense [SEXO]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/04/2024 at approximately 14:39 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a sex offense. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:35:15 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24089823

    Location: Brevig Mission
    Type: Destruction/Damage/Vandalism [DEST]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/04/2024 at approximately 17:45 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of vandalism at a local residence. Investigative results have been forwarded to the DA's office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:35:44 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24089974

    Location: Elim
    Type: Violate Conditions [VIOL]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/05/2024 at approximately 09:00 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person in violation of a protective order. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:36:10 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24090203

    Location: Norton Sound Region
    Type: Welfare Check [WELF]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/04/2024 at approximately 09:00 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a possible sex offense. The investigation continues.  

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:36:49 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24090226

    Location: Kiana
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/05/2024 at approximately 17:27 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. The investigation continues.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:37:22 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24090302

    Location: Kodiak
    Type: Violate Conditions [VIOL]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/05/2024 at approximately 20:59 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop for a moving violation. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 30 YOA Kristen Larionoff of Kodiak for DWLR and two counts of VCOR.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:37:51 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24089250

    Location: Emmonak
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/03/24 at approximately 14:28 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 22 YOA Arielle Mike of Emmonak for Assault 4.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:41:38 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24089503

    Location: Kongiganak
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/04/24 at approximately 03:18 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. Investigation continues.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:42:22 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24089521

    Location: Pilot Station
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/04/24 at approximately 06:33 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:42:52 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24089712

    Location: New Stuyahok
    Type: Violate Conditions [VIOL]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/03/24 at approximately 13:54 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person Violating their Conditions of Release. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 41 YOA Constantine Andrew of New Stuyahok for Violating a Protective Order.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:43:28 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24089806

    Location: Kwethluk
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/04/24 at approximately 16:38 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. Investigative results were forwarded to the DA' s office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:43:58 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24089934

    Location: Tununak
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/05/24 at approximately 06:58 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an Assault - DV. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:44:26 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24089948

    Location: Alakanuk
    Type: Assist Agency [AASS]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/05/2024 at approximately 20:55 hours, the Alaska State Troopers received a report of a boating accident in Alakanuk. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:45:14 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24090116

    Location: Manokotak
    Type: Liquor Laws [LIQU]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/05/24 at approximately 14:30 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an importation of alcohol into a dry community. Troopers responded and investigated. Fifteen bottles of Vodka, a 24 pack of Bud Light Beer, and a 24 pack of Buzz Balls were seized. Investigative results were forwarded to the DA' s office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:47:19 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24090122

    Location: Manokotak
    Type: Liquor Laws [LIQU]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/05/24 at approximately 14:32 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an importation of alcohol into a dry community. Troopers responded and investigated. Two bottles of Vodka were seized. Investigative results were forwarded to the DA' s office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:48:00 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24090443

    Location: Dillingham
    Type: Weapon Violation [WEAP]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/06/2024 at approximately 10:54 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a weapon violation at the Dillingham Airport. The investigation continues.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:51:27 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24090500

    Location: Akiachak
    Type: Theft [THEF]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/06/2024 at approximately 12:42 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of theft of grocery items from the local store. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 30 YOA Olaf Hopstad of Akiachak for Theft 4 and PTRP.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:51:56 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24090712

    Location: Togiak
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/06/2024 at approximately 18:48 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 24 YOA Tristan Coopchiak of Togiak for Assault 4 - DV.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:54:03 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24090732

    Location: Norton Sound Region
    Type: Sexual assault

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/06/2024 at approximately 18:24 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a possible sex offense. The investigation continues.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:54:32 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24090917

    Location: Kuskokwim River
    Type: Driving Under the Influence [DUI]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/07/2024 at approximately 10:51 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 47 YOA Christopher Evon of Bethel for DUI and DWLR.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:55:03 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24090995

    Location: Napaskiak
    Type: Violate Conditions [VIOL]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/07/2024 at approximately 15:34 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person violating a protective order. Investigative results have been forwarded to the DA's office for review and charging determination.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 8:56:30 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24091217

    Location: Tuluksak
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/08/2024 at approximately 10:12 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 41 YOA Roman Peter of Tukuksak for Assault 4 - DV and Unlawful Contact in the First Degree.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 9:01:24 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24091258

    Location: Goodnews Bay
    Type: Assault - DV [A13D]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/08/2024 at approximately 13:31 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 32 YOA Jermaine Kassaiuli of Goodnews Bay for Assault 2 - DV and Assault 4 - DV.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 9:01:50 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24090667

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

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/06/2024, at approximately 17:17 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of vandalism. The investigation is ongoing.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 9:08:14 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24090750

    Location: Kodiak
    Type: Public Order Crime [PUBO]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/06/2024, at approximately 19:47 hours, Alaska State Troopers observed a person involved in disorderly conduct. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 47 YOA Sarrah Luna for Disorderly Conduct.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 9:08:54 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24090770

    Location: Kodiak
    Type: Drugs [DRGS]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/06/2024, at approximately 20:59 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 64 YOA David Benton of Anchorage for MICS 4, VCOR, and two open warrants.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 9:09:33 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24090839

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

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/07/2024, at approximately 01:53 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop for a traffic violation. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 20 YOA Mason Mullian of Kodiak for MOCA and DUI.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 9:10:00 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24091076

    Location: Noorvik
    Type: Assault - Non DV [A13N]

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/07/2024, at approximately 19:02 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault. The investigation continues.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 9:12:11 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

  • AK24091119

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

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/07/2024, at approximately 21:38 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of a person driving under the influence. Investigation resulted in the arrest of 66 YOA Gregory Norkus of Kodiak for DUI.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 9:13:36 AM by DPS\kmrockwell

D Detachment

  • AK24091800

    Location: Delta Junction
    Type: Missing Person

    Dispatch Text:

    On 09/09/2024 at approximately 2112 hours, Alaska State Troopers in Delta Junction received a report that Jona Schandelmeier, age 15 of Delta Junction, is missing. Anyone with information on  Schandelmeier whereabouts is urged to contact the Alaska State Troopers at 907-895-4800.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 3:22:13 AM by DPS\rjmerritt

  • AK24091810

    Location: Fairbanks
    Type: Warrant Arrest

    Dispatch Text:

    On September 10, 2024, at approximately 0139 hours, AST patrolled the area around West Valley High School. AST contacted a vehicle in the area and identified two of the occupants as Aireal Tebbits and Jakob Pulsifer. Aireal Tebbits was arrested for an outstanding warrant on the original charge of Theft in the Third Degree. Aireal was transported to FCC and held on $250 bail. Jakob Pulsifer was also arrested for an outstanding warrant on the original charge of Theft in the Fourth Degree. Jakob was transported to FCC and held on $500 bail.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 11:25:01 AM by DPS\melopezmartinez

E Detachment ...No news reported.

Headquarters ...No news reported.

AK Wildlife Troopers

  • AK24091991

    Location: KODIAK
    Type: SELL DUNGENESS CRAB WITHOUT CATCHER-SELLER PERMIT

    Dispatch Text:

    On September 10, 2024, Kelly Broyles 58 years old from Foresthill, California was cited by the Alaska Wildlife Troopers for Sell Dungeness Crab Without Catcher-Seller Permit in Kodiak.  Arraignment is scheduled in Kodiak District Court on October 4th, 2024.

    Posted on 9/10/2024 2:15:50 PM by DPS\sdcubbedge1

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.