Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Friday, September 5, 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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AK25088136
Location: SoldotnaType: Warrant Arrest False ID VCOR Fail SOR 2Dispatch Text:
On 8/30/25 at approximately 2325 hours AST initiated a traffic stop at mile 6 Funny River Road. Investigation revealed the driver, Ethan Koch, had multiple warrants for 5 counts SAM2, 4 counts SAM3, Forgery, Theft 2, Escape 3, amongst others. Koch provided a False name to AST on contact, was on conditions of release, and had failed to register as a sex offender. Koch was remanded to WWPT for his various warrants and the new charges of False ID, VCOR, and fail to SOR in 2nd.
Posted on 9/5/2025 7:08:18 AM by SOA\cdyancey
B Detachment
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AK25090360
Location: Big LakeType: Stolen Vehicle RecoveryDispatch Text:
On 09/05/2025 AST encountered a vehicle in Big Lake that had a license plate registered to a deceased individual. Through investigation, AST determined that the vehicle was stolen from the individuals property, and called the Executor of the property, who confirmed it was stolen. The vehicle was recovered.
Posted on 9/5/2025 5:03:21 PM by DPS\ajbigari
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AK25090054
Location: WasillaType: Assault DVDispatch Text:
On 9/5/2025 AST responded to a residence off Gon Fishin Dr in Wasilla in reference to a disturbance. The investigation showed that Jesse Sours, age 30 of Noatak, assaulted an individual he is in a relationship with causing injury. Jesse upon sight of AST barricaded inside of his residence and ignored all commands. Eventually due to the assistance of WPD K9 Centa-J and other less lethal options Jesse was remanded to Matsu Pretrial without further incident where he was charged with assault in the 3rd degree and given no bail.
Posted on 9/5/2025 4:38:46 AM by DPS\kchaley
C Detachment
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AK25089919
Location: Brevig MissionType: DV AssaultDispatch Text:
On Sept. 4, 2025, Alaska State Troopers conducting a village visit to Brevig Mission received a report of a domestic violence incident involving a Village Police Officer. Investigation determined that VPO Moses Milligrock, age 25, had used his position as a VPO to harass and intimidate the victim while on duty. Further investigation revealed an ongoing pattern of domestic violence spanning the past three months. Milligrock was remanded to the Anvil Mountain Correctional Center on charges including felony assault, criminal mischief, stalking, and violation of constitutional rights.
Posted on 9/5/2025 10:31:07 AM by DPS\tewilliams
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AK25087329
Location: ChevakType: AssaultDispatch Text:
On 8.28.2025 at about 2025 hours, St.Mary's based State Troopers received a report of an assault in the village of Chevak, Troopers responded to the incident. Investigation is still underway.
Posted on 9/5/2025 3:25:23 PM by DPS\scwilliams
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AK25087348
Location: KodiakType: DUIDispatch Text:
On 8.28.2025 at approximately 2111 hours, Kodiak based Troopers received a report of a DUI. Investigation led to 73-year-old Hal Long of Kodiak being arrested and charged.
Posted on 9/5/2025 3:26:43 PM by DPS\scwilliams
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AK25088016
Location: St.Mary'sType: DisturbanceDispatch Text:
On 8.30.2025 at approximately 1635 hours, St.Mary's based State Troopers received a report of an Assault in Marshall. VPOs conducted the initial investigation. The investigation is still on-going.
Posted on 9/5/2025 3:32:06 PM by DPS\scwilliams
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AK25088381
Location: Russian MissionType: DisturbanceDispatch Text:
On 8.31.2025 at approximately 2101 hours, Emmonak based State Troopers received a report of a Disturbance in Russian Mission. The investigation continues.
Posted on 9/5/2025 3:32:57 PM by DPS\scwilliams
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AK25088470
Location: ChefornakType: Deceased PersonDispatch Text:
On 9.1.2025 at approximately 0830 hours, Emmonak based State Troopers received a report of a death involving 18-year-old Felagai Laumea of Chefornak. State Troopers responded to Chefornak and investigated. The next of kin was notified and the body was transported to the State Medical Examiner's Office.
Posted on 9/5/2025 3:33:55 PM by DPS\scwilliams
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AK25088549
Location: Pilot StationType: DisturbanceDispatch Text:
On 9.1.2025 at approximately 1521 hours, Bethel based State Troopers received a report of an Assault in Pilot Station. State Troopers investigated and the incident was forwarded to the Bethel District Attorney's Office for review.
Posted on 9/5/2025 3:36:05 PM by DPS\scwilliams
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AK25088058
Location: KodiakType: DUIDispatch Text:
On 8.30.2025 at approximately 1835 hours, Kodiak based Troopers received a report of a DUI. Investigation was initiated which led to 62-year-old Dennis Cox of Kodiak being arrested and remanded to Kodiak Correctional Facility, charges are pending.
Posted on 9/5/2025 3:36:51 PM by DPS\scwilliams
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AK25088208
Location: KodiakType: AssaultDispatch Text:
On 8.31.2025 at approximately 1551 hours, Kodiak based Troopers received a report of an Assault, upon further investigation this led to 46-year-old Carina Arndt being arrested and charged with VCOR. Suspect was transported to Kodiak Correctional Facility.
Posted on 9/5/2025 3:37:39 PM by DPS\scwilliams
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AK25088462
Location: SelawikType: VandalismDispatch Text:
On 9.1.2025 at approximately 0657 hours, Selawik based Troopers received a report of Vandalism, investigation led to 23-year-old Daisy Sours of Selawik being placed under arrest and charged with Criminal Mischief 4.
Posted on 9/5/2025 3:38:17 PM by DPS\scwilliams
D Detachment
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AK25084657
Location: FairbanksType: WarrantDispatch Text:
On 09/05/2025 at approximately 10:30am Timothy Russell Smoke age 33 of Fairbanks was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure to appear. He was remanded to FCC with no further incident.
Posted on 9/5/2025 1:33:08 PM by DPS\wpmiller
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AK25090030
Location: Delta JunctionType: Driving While License SuspendedDispatch Text:
On September 04, 2025, at approximately 2312 hours, AST conducted a traffic stop in the area of Jack Warren Rd in Delta Junction for an equipment violation. The driver, Jose Cole, age 39 of Delta Junction, was contacted. The investigation revealed that Jose was driving while his license was suspended. Jose was issued a misdemeanor summons for Driving While License Suspended.
Posted on 9/5/2025 12:16:23 AM by DPS\melopezmartinez
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AK25090046
Location: FairbanksType: DUIDispatch Text:
On September 5, 2025, at approximately 0012 hours, State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for failing to yield to a parked emergency vehicle. Investigation revealed that Sara Case, 74 YOA of Fairbanks, was under the influence. Sara was arrested and remanded to the Fairbanks Correctional Center for DUI.
Posted on 9/5/2025 4:47:41 AM by DPS\jldreher
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AK25090459
Location: Delta JunctionType: MVC DamageDispatch Text:
On September 05, 2025, at approximately 2011 hours, AST responded to the area of Jack Warren Rd for a motor vehicle collision. The investigation revealed that a vehicle had collided with a moose, causing disabling damage to the vehicle. No injuries were reported.
Posted on 9/5/2025 9:34:16 PM by DPS\melopezmartinez
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AK25090465
Location: FairbanksType: Assault in the Fourth DegreeDispatch Text:
On 09/05/2025, at approximately 0725 hours, Alaska State Troopers received a report of an assault that had occurred near the area of Chena Ridge Road and Starship Lane in Ester. Investigation revealed that Terry Underwood, Age 64 of Ester, had assaulted his girlfriend. He was arrested and remanded into custody at Fairbanks Correctional Center.
Posted on 9/5/2025 11:21:50 PM by DPS\jgstillie
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AK25090426
Location: Denali, Mile 238 Parks HighwayType: Assault 4th (DV)Dispatch Text:
On 09/05/2025 at 1718 hours the Alaska State Troopers received a report of a physical altercation at a hotel near Denali National Park, near Mile 238 Parks Highway. Investigation determined Jessica Bouchon, age 25 from California assaulted a family member causing physical injury to the family member. Bouchon was arrested for Assault 4th (DV) and remanded to Fairbanks Correctional Center where she was held without bail pending arraignment.
Posted on 9/5/2025 11:47:13 PM by DPS\dwbozman
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AK Wildlife Troopers
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AK25089573
Location: EurekaType: Take Moose Closed Season (sub-legal bull)Dispatch Text:
On 9/3/2025 at approximately 2200 hours, 26-year-old Anchorage resident, Abraham Barbosa, was contacted by Wildlife Troopers at the Eureka trailhead. Investigation revealed that Abraham unlawfully harvested and transported a sub-legal bull moose in GMU13A. Abraham was charged with two misdemeanors for Take Moose Closed Season (sub-legal) and Unlawful Transport and Possession of Game Meat. Additionally, Abraham was cited for Failure to Leave Evidence of Sex Naturally Attached. Arraignment is set for 10/15/2025 through the Glennallen Court.
Posted on 9/5/2025 10:37:46 AM by DPS\jrreid
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AK22097150
Location: TokType: Take Sub-legal Dall sheepDispatch Text:
UPDATE: On 9/3/25 Markus Mitchell was convicted by a Tok jury of Taking a Sub-legal Dall sheep, which is a class A misdemeanor. The conviction stems from the investigation listed below.
On 9/16/22 Markus Mitchell of Fairbanks, AK attempted to seal a Dall Sheep Ram at the Tok Alaska Department of Fish and Game office. Investigation revealed Mitchell had harvested a Dall sheep that did not meet full curl requirements. Mitchell was issued a misdemeanor citation for Taking a Sub-legal Dall Sheep.
Posted on 9/27/2022 2:07:21 PM by DPS\dgvalentine . Edited on 9/5/2025 9:36:36 AM by DPS\dgvalentine
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