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UPDATE: Law enforcement has cleared the area near Wilson and 26th. Thank you for your patience.
Alaska State Troopers
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Alaska State Troopers
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Official X account of the Alaska State Troopers and Alaska Department of Public Safety.
- There is law enforcement activity in the area of Wilson St and 26th Ave in Fairbanks. Please avoid the area and follow the directions of law enforcement officers. There is no public safety threat at this time.
- Happy Solstice Weekend from the Land of the Midnight Sun. We hope everyone enjoys the daylight and celebrates responsibly. Remember, driving under the influence is illegal and dangerous. If you plan to partake in intoxicating substances, have a plan to get home safely.
- Please avoid Swanson River Road near Jacobsen Avenue in Sterling as wildland fire crews respond to a wildland fire. Alaska State Troopers have closed Swanson River Road to non-local traffic at Jacobsen Avenue. At this time no evacuations have been ordered, but follow KPBSwanson River Road is now open in both directions. Thank you for your patience. For the latest info on this fire visit
- While operating under the shadow of volcanoes and patrolling through stunning sunrises, the Alaska Wildlife Troopers remain dedicated to protecting our marine resources and ensuring safety on the water. Our marine enforcement vessels patrol thousands of miles of remote coastline,
- The Alaska State Troopers are asking for the public's help locating 34-year-old Sterling resident Joseph Mesa. Mesa has an active arrest warrant and is believed to be in the Kenai Peninsula area. If you see Mesa, do not approach him and call 911 immediately. He is believed to be
- The Alaska State Troopers in Ketchikan are currently looking for 82-year-old Mamie Markle. Mamie was last seen this morning in Saxman along the South Tongass Highway wearing a light blue zip-up jacket, jeans, and glasses. She has shoulder-length grey hair. Anyone who has
UPDATE 1:00 pm: Mamie was found safe. Thank you for your assistance. - Last week, our three regional SWAT teams conducted annual training in Anchorage and the Mat-Su Valley. The annual training ensures that our SWAT team members are ready to handle any crisis regardless of where it occurs.
00:00 - , Alaska is full of endless mountain views. If you are looking for a job with a view, apply today at alaskastatetrooper.com
- The Alaska State Troopers in Fairbanks are asking for the public's assistance in locating 36-year-old Todd Presler. Presler escaped from the Northstar Center in Fairbanks this afternoon. Presler was last seen wearing an orange shirt and dark pants. If you see Presler, do not
- Dueling double rainbows. Troopers in Fairbanks and Delta Junction, in the Interior of Alaska, captured these photos while patrolling highways in the area.
- The Alaska State Troopers are asking the public to avoid the Herman Leirer Road area near Seward. Troopers and other law enforcement officers are currently searching for a vehicle theft suspect who fled on foot. The suspect is described as a 6-foot-tall man with red hair, a redThe Alaska State Troopers have located and arrested the man. Thank you for your patience. For more information, visit: dailydispatch.dps.alaska.gov/Home/DisplayIn…
- As summer arrives, many Alaskans head to the backcountry to enjoy everything Alaska has to offer. This is a good reminder that, even when you are on a quick day hike, that one wrong step can turn into an emergency if you are not prepared. Always tell a trusted friend or family
