Monday's trooper dispatches

Posted by crimeblog

Posted: June 23, 2008 - 1:03 pm

Thieves broke into the Delta Junction high school over the weekend and cleaned up, making off with 52 laptop computers, two desktop computers, a surveillance system and other items, according to Alaska State Troopers.

Losses are estimated at $100,000 and damage at an additional $6,000.

See the dispatch out of Delta Junction below.

Alaska State Troopers Press Release of Monday, June 23, 2008

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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Location: Juneau

Case Number: 08-49241

Type: Death investigation, natural

Text: On 6-22-08, Alaska State Troopers were notified of a death on the
vessel Rhapsody of the Sea while underway to Juneau, AK. On 6-21-08
while underway Jeffery L. Patterson, age 61, of Bataria, Illinois, was
treated by the ships doctor for chest pain. At 2155 hours, Patterson
past way, do to cardiac arrest. When the ship arrived in Juneau
Troopers responded and conducted an investigation. Next of kin was also
on the Rhapsody of the Sea and was notified

Author: JDL0
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 10:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 10:18 AM

Location: Petersburg

Case Number: 08-49603

Type: Criminal Mischief

Text: On 6-22-08, AST Juneau investigated a complaint of criminal
mischief concerning the damage of GPS equipment owned by the US Forest
Service at 10 mile Mitkof Highway near Petersburg. Investigation found
that a 13 year old male from Petersburg had driven his motorcycle
through a GPS mapping station and become tangled in some of the cables.
The damage was estimated by the USFS to be between $5,000 -$15,000
dollars. Further testing on the equipment is required to determine how
significant the damage actually was. Investigation continues.

Author: MED9

Received Monday, June 23, 2008 11:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 11:48 AM

Location: Hoonah

Case Number: 08-49577

Type: Assault IV

Text: On 6-23-08, AST Juneau received a report of an assault that took
place between 5:30 and 6:00 PM the previous day at the Icy Straight
Lodge near Hoonah. Investigation continues.

Author: MED9

Received Monday, June 23, 2008 11:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 11:52 AM

B Detachment

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Location: Wasilla
Case number: 08-49508
Type: MVC - Injury, DUI, DWLR
Text: On 6/22/08 at approximately 2252 hours, the AST South Central
DUI Enforcement Team responded to 3851 Old Matanuska Rd., in Wasilla,
for the report of a motor vehicle collision with injuries.
Investigation revealed Tara A. Steward, age 25, of Wasilla, was driving
her 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier eastbound on the Old Matanuska Rd. when she
lost control of the vehicle. Steward and her male passenger were
transported to the Mat-Su Regional Medical Center to be treated for
their injuries. Both occupants were reported wearing their seatbelts.
The vehicle was totaled in the collision. Steward was found to be
driving the vehicle with a revoked driver's license and alcohol was a
factor in the collision. The collision is still under investigation at
this time.

Author: SCK2
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 3:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 3:22 AM

C Detachment

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Location: Kobuk

Case number: 08-49323

Type: Assault IV-DV

Text: On 6-21-08 at approximately 1847 hours Kotzebue AST received a
report of an assault in the village of Kobuk. Investigation determined
that John Horner, 34 of Kobuk, assaulted a family member during an
argument. During the investigation, it was revealed that a 3 month old
infant may have been harmed during the incident. The female and infant
were transported to Maniilaq Medical Center for evaluation. Horton was
arrested without incident and remanded at the Kotzebue Regional Jail
without bail pending arraignment. Alcohol is believed to be a factor
during this incident. Investigation is continuing.

Author: CGL0
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 7:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 7:40 AM

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Location: Grayling

Case number: 08-49336

Type: Violation of Court Conditions of Release

Text: On May 22, 2008, Alaska State Troopers in Aniak investigated a
report that Dennis WEST, age 56, of Grayling, Alaska was violating court
conditions of release. Investigation revealed that on May 14, 2008, WEST
violated court conditions of release by consuming alcohol and being
without his third party custodian when he was required to.

Author: PRLM0

Received Monday, June 23, 2008 11:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 11:26 AM

D Detachment

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Location: Delta Junction

Case number: 08-49160

Type: Improper Use of Evidence of Registration

Text: On 6-21-08 at 2019 hrs, Troopers made contact with Michael Smith,
39, of Delta Jct. on a traffic stop. Subsequently Smith was issued a
summons for improper use of evidence of registration and a citation for
no proof of insurance.

Author: JGH1
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 8:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 8:17 AM

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Location: Delta Junction

Case number: 08-49278

Type: Felony DUI/Revoked OL/Probation Violation/Arrest Warrant

Text: On 6-22-08 at 0343 hrs, Troopers made contact with Christopher
Grapengeter, 23, of Delta Jct. on a traffic stop near mile 311 of the
Richardson Hwy. Grapengeter was found to be under the influence of
alcohol and subsequently was arrested for felony DUI, operating a
vehicle with revoked driver's license, and an arrest warrant for a
probation violation. Grapengeter is currently on probation for felony
DUI. Grapengeter was transported and remanded to FCC.

Author: JGH1
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 8:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 8:21 AM

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Location: Delta Junction

Case number: 08-49428

Type: Theft I, Burglary II, Criminal Mischief III

Text: On 6-22-08 at 1710 hrs, Troopers received a report that unknown
persons broke into Delta High School and stole 52 laptop computers, new
desk top computers, a surveillance system and other items. Estimated
value of stolen items is $80,000-$100,000. Estimated damage is $6000.
Anyone with information about the theft is asked to contact AST.
Investigation continues.

Author: JGH1
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 8:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 8:32 AM

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Location: Fairbanks
Case number: 08-49280
Type: Felony Driving Under the Influence, Driving while Revoked
Text: On 6/22/08 at 0337 hours, DUI enforcement Troopers conducted a
traffic stop on a vehicle for a traffic violation. The operator was
identified as Gerritt A. Fuentes age 55 of Fairbanks. An investigation
revealed Fuentes was operating a motor vehicle while under the influence
of an intoxicating substance and while his operator's license was
revoked. Fuentes was taken into custody and transported to FCC where he
was remanded on the charges of Felony DUI and Driving while Revoked.
Author: OFH0
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 9:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 9:02 AM

E Detachment

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Location: Nikiski
Case number: 08-49223
Type: D.V. Assault 2nd / Assault 3rd, 6 counts Assault 4th / Int. with
Rpt. Of D.V.
Text: On 6/21/08 at approximately 2316 hrs, AST received a 911 call from
a 50 year old female reporting that she had been assaulted by her
boyfriend Patrick W. Young, age 50 of Nikiski, at their residence in
Nikiski. AST responded and subsequently arrested Patrick Young for D.V.
Assault 2nd, Assault 3rd, six counts of Assault 4th, and Interfering
with the Report of a D.V. Crime. Patrick Young was remanded to Wildwood
Pretrial without bail. The female victim did not require immediate
medical treatment.
Author: LCE0
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 6:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 6:01 AM

AK Wildlife Troopers

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Location: Skwentna
Case number: 08-49335
Type: Sportfish Guide Violation
Text: On 6/21/08 Mat Su West Alaska Wildlife Troopers contacted Matthew
Robert Wilkerson 29 yoa, of Colorado. Wilkerson, a sport fishing guide
employed by Lake Marie Lodge, was guiding clients at Red Creek.
Wilkerson did not have any of the required sportfish guiding licenses
and documents in his possession. Wilkerson was issued a citation, bail
set at $210 in Palmer Court.
Author: MWA9
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 7:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 7:55 AM

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Location: Anchorage / Ship Creek
Case number: 08-48919
Type: Sport Fish after Curfew
Text: On 6/20/08 at approximately 2330 hours, Alaska Wildlife Troopers
contacted Michael Avellano, age 39 of Anchorage while sport fishing in
Ship Creek. Ship Creek is closed to all sport fishing from 11pm to 6am.
Avellano was issued a bailable citation for $110.
Author: MCL1
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 7:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 7:58 AM

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Location: Valdez-Prince William Sound
Case number: 08-49325
Type: Sportfish w/ Two lines
Text: On 6-21-08, William Ernst 75 YOA of Fairbanks, was cited by the
Alaska Wildlife Troopers, Valdez Post. Ernst was issued a citation for
sport fishing with two lines near Bligh Island, in Prince William Sound.

Bail set at $110 in the Valdez Court.
Author: AMB0

Reviewed by: R172
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 8:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 8:05 AM

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Location: Valdez
Case number: 08-49316
Type: Illegal Black Bear Bait Station
Text: On 6-19-08, Rex Morgan 35 YOA of Saint Paul Island, was cited by
the Alaska Wildlife Troopers, Valdez Post. Morgan was issued a citation
for harvesting a black bear on a bear bait station that was within one
mile of the Petro Star facilities, on 5-27-08. Arraignment scheduled in
the Valdez Court on 7-10-08.
Author: AMB0

Reviewed by: R172
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 8:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 8:46 AM

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Location: Valdez-Prince William Sound
Case number: 08-49322
Type: Sportfish w/ Two Lines
Text: On 6-21-08, Brian Canaiy 56 YOA of Valdez, was cited by the
Alaska
Wildlife Troopers, Valdez Post. Canaiy was issued a citation for
sport fishing with two lines near Knowles Head, in Prince William Sound.

Bail set at $110 in the Valdez Court.
Author: AMB0

Reviewed by: R172
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 8:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 8:03 AM

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Location: Anchorage / DeLong Lake
Case number: 08-49180
Type: Sport Fish without valid License
Text: On 6/21/08 Alaska Wildlife Troopers contacted Christopher T. Clay,
age 22 of Anchorage while fishing in DeLong Lake. Investigation
determined Clay did not have a valid sport fishing license. Clay was
issued a $210 bailable citation.
Author: MCL1
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 8:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 7:59 AM

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Location: Valdez
Case number: 08-46918
Type: Fail To Salvage Black Bear
Text: On 6-23-08, Steve Rowe 55 YOA of Caliente, NV was cited by the
Alaska Wildlife Troopers, Valdez Post. Rowe was issued a citation for
failing to salvage the meat of a black bear harvested on 5-25-08 near
Columbia Glacier. Arraignment scheduled in the Valdez court on 7-17-08.
Author: AMB0

Reviewed by: R172
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 8:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 8:48 AM

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Location: Valdez
Case number: 08-49326
Type: False Statement on Sportfish License
Text: On 6-15-08, Ryan Bradley 27 YOA of Valdez, was cited by the
Alaska Wildlife Troopers, Valdez Post. Bradley was issued a citation
for claiming to be an Alaska resident on a 2008 Sportfish license, when
in fact did not meet the residency requirements. Bail set at $310 in
the Valdez Court.
Author: AMB0

Reviewed by: R172
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 8:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 8:07 AM

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Location: North Gulf Coast - Horse head
Case number: 08-49559
Type: Sport Fish Guide Violation
Text: On 6/22/08, Phillip J. Ullrich, 46 YOA, of Anchorage AK, was cited
by the Alaska Wildlife Troopers, Seward Post, for failing to complete
his Saltwater Charter Logbook as required by regulation. Bail was set
at $210.00.
Author: MDC0

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Location: Seward
Case number: 08-49557
Type: Sport Fish Guide Violation
Text: On 6/22/08, Thomas T. Nitta, 59 YOA, of Kailua-Kona Hawaii, was
cited by the Alaska Wildlife Troopers, Seward Post, for failing to
complete his Saltwater Charter Logbook as required by regulation. Bail
was set at $210.00.
Author: MDC0

Reviewed by: R172
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 9:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 9:00 AM

AK Bureau of Alcohol & Drug Enforcement...No news reported.

AK Bureau of Investigation

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Location: Palmer
Case number: 08-49586
Type: DWLR
Text: On 6/23/2008 at approximately 0944 hours, the Alaska Bureau of
Investigations contacted Jacob Jared Collins, age 19, of Palmer after
the vehicle he was operating was stopped on Evergreen St. near S. Cobb
St., Palmer, for a moving violation. Collins was found to be operating
the vehicle on a revoked driver's license. Collins was issued a summons
to appear in the Palmer Court for the charge of DWLR.
Author: LAN1
Received Monday, June 23, 2008 11:23 AM and posted Monday, June 23, 2008 11:00 AM

Headquarters...No news reported.

End of Dispatch

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