Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Tuesday, September 15, 2026
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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AK26091726
Location: SoldotnaType: DRUGSDispatch Text:
On September 15, 2026, at approximately 1243 hours, AST conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on the Sterling Highway in Soldotna. AST contacted the driver, Mark West (57 y/o) of Soldotna. After seeing items associated with controlled substance use, AST searched the vehicle and located two small zip-top baggies with presumed fentanyl inside. West was arrested for Misconduct Involving Controlled Substances in the 5th Degree. He was remanded at Wildwood Correction Complex
Posted on 9/15/2026 5:11:52 PM by DPS\jgyoung
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AK26087402
Location: KetchikanType: Warrant ArrestDispatch Text:
On 09/14/2026 at about 1930 hours, the Alaska State Troopers contacted and arrested Olive Natkong, age 40 of Ketchikan at a residence in the 2400 Block of Eagle Avenue. The warrant stemmed from Violating Conditions of Release. Natkong was transported and remanded to Ketchikan Correctional Center. Bail was set at $1,000.
Posted on 9/15/2026 8:38:16 PM by DPS\jpbeaudoin
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AK26090502
Location: KetchikanType: MVC-InjuryDispatch Text:
On 09/11/2026 at about 2228 hours, the Alaska State Troopers were contacted about a motor vehicle collision which occurred on Harriet Hunt road. AST responded to the scene to investigate. Investigation revealed that an 18 year old male, from Minnesota was operating his white Dodge Ram pickup southbound on Harriet Hunt road at a low speed when the driver reported that he attempted to go around a large pot hole on the roadway and ultimately drove into the ditch and his vehicle rolled over on the passenger side of the vehicle. North Tongass Volunteer Fire Department responded to the scene. Passengers in the vehicle sustained minor injuries and were released at the scene. AST would like to thank North Tongass Volunteer Fire Department and LEO Alaska Park Ranger for their fast response and assistance.
Posted on 9/15/2026 8:51:12 PM by DPS\jpbeaudoin
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AK26090435
Location: NinilchikType: DWLSDispatch Text:
On 09/11/2026, at 1843 hours, Alaska State Troopers (AST) conducted a traffic stop on a black chevy sedan near Kingsley and Sterling highway for speeding. The driver was identified as Todd L. Jasper. Jasper did not have a valid driver's license. He was issued a summons for Driving While License Suspended, and a citation for failure to provide proof of insurance. A valid driver took control of the vehicle and they left the area.
Posted on 9/15/2026 11:54:16 PM by DPS\crforney
B Detachment
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AK26091471
Location: HoustonType: HomicideDispatch Text:
On September 14, 2026, at 9:08 pm, the Alaska State Troopers responded to a reported shooting in Houston. Upon arrival, Troopers located 43-year-old Devin Blawat of Big Lake deceased with a gunshot wound. The Southcentral Major Crimes Unit assumed case responsibility. After an initial investigation, Troopers arrested 72-year-old Michael Pulliam of Houston on charges of Murder in the 2nd Degree, Manslaughter, one count of Assault in the 3rd Degree, and one count of Assault in the 4th Degree. Pulliam was transported to Mat-Su Pretrial. Next of kin have been notified. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 9/15/2026 1:57:38 PM by DPS\nmnogacki
C Detachment ...No news reported.
D Detachment
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AK26090597
Location: FairbanksType: Violation of Conditions of ReleaseDispatch Text:
On 9-12-26 at approximately 0723 hours, the Alaska State Troopers received a report that Steven Judd, 48 of North Pole had contacted someone they were ordered not to in case 4FA-26-01664CR. The charge of violating conditions of release is being forwarded to the district attorney's office.
Posted on 9/15/2026 10:51:34 AM by DPS\cjnelson1
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AK26091312
Location: SalchaType: Vehicle theft 1Dispatch Text:
On 9-14-26 at approximately 1331 hours, Roy Grantham, age 53 of Fairbanks contacted the Alaska State Troopers to report that his 1970's yellow and black Ford Bronco had been stolen from a property in Salcha. The investigation is ongoing.
Posted on 9/15/2026 10:57:11 AM by DPS\cjnelson1
E Detachment ...No news reported.
Headquarters ...No news reported.
AK Wildlife Troopers
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AK26091419
Location: Wood RiverType: Death InvestigationDispatch Text:
On September 14, 2026, the Alaska State Troopers received notification from a satellite communication service that a person had fallen into the Wood River near Snow Mountain Gulch. Helo 2 responded to the area for the search but learned enroute that the person was deceased. Investigation revealed that 68-year-old Fairbanks resident Debra Waugaman Curnow attempted to cross the Wood River on horseback but fell from her horse upon entering the river. Curnow’s body was transported back to Fairbanks. Next of kin have been notified.
Posted on 9/15/2026 10:47:04 AM by DPS\jfreeman1
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