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AK26100349
Location: Ketchikan
Type: Death Investigation
Dispatch Text:
On October 8, 2026, at around 7:00 am, the Alaska State Troopers received a report of a death onboard a cruise ship. Investigation revealed that John Requardt, age 73, of Texas, was found deceased in bed on the morning of October 7, 2026. The investigation revealed Requardt was under the care of the ships medical staff for numerous health complications and had died of natural causes. Next of kin was present.
Posted on 10/8/2026 2:39:09 PM by DPS\jsdougherty
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