Alaska State Troopers

Official X account of the Alaska State Troopers and Alaska Department of Public Safety.

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The Department of Public Safety will be joining community members, other emergency responders, and agency partners today, shortly after 5pm, to honor Greg King, a wildland firefighter and helicopter pilot who tragically lost his life alongside fellow pilot Ryan Cutter while flying a Super Puma for Precision Helicopters on the Dome Fire in California on Sunday, September 20th. Procession route departs near Raspberry Rd, north on Minnesota Dr, east on 6th Ave, Glenn Hwy toward Palmer, north on Palmer-Fishhook Rd, ends prior to North Snowgoose Rd.

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Last week, the Fairbanks Areawide Narcotics Team coordinated a multi-agency task force to apprehend multiple suspects and search multiple residences for drugs, guns, and proceeds from drug trafficking. SWAT members from Fairbanks and Matsu worked with local, state and federal agencies to execute search warrants at seven residences in the Fairbanks area. Over 50 people were contacted and ten arrests were made. Law enforcement seized more than one pound of methamphetamine, over $18,000, and three guns. The street value of the drugs seized is between $11,200 and $12,800, in the Fairbanks area. Read more about the operation at: https://t.co/Y54fUhE47Q

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Governor Dunleavy has declared the week of September 20 as Forensic Science Week in Alaska. Across the state and at the Alaska Scientific Crime Detection Lab in Anchorage, over 50 scientists and professionals help to create a safer Alaska by collecting and processing evidence, analyzing and interpreting data, writing reports, and testifying in court.

Over the last year, the Crime Lab worked on over 3,100 lab requests and processed over 9,200 DNA samples. They entered nearly 300 forensic samples into databases, generating about 190 investigative leads. Analysts from the Crime Lab testified over 100 times across the state. The staff works tirelessly to provide scientific support to the criminal justice system and keep Alaska safe.

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September 13-19 is Suicide Prevention Week. Alaska’s suicide rate is double the national average, affecting families and communities across the state.
In a place as remote and isolated as Alaska, help can sometimes feel very far away. But no matter where you are, support is available. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988, 24 hours a day. Whatever you’re facing, you don’t have to face it alone.

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In memoriam: On this day in 1998, Sergeant David Churchill died of a heart attack while checking on a hunting camp on the Alaska Peninsula. He was 51 years old and had been with the Division of Fish and Wildlife Protection (now the Alaska Wildlife Troopers) for 12 years.

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Alaska challenges everyone, but Alaska State Troopers rise to the challenge. If you’re ready to rise to that calling, to serve when it matters most, this is A Challenge Worth Pursuing. Apply online and learn more at https://t.co/6sQCAACv36

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Today, we join Americans across the country in remembering the bravery and sacrifice shown by first responders when our nation was attacked 25 years ago, and in honoring the thousands of lives lost on September 11, 2001. We also remember the families and loved ones whose lives were forever changed by the attacks that day.

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On the rare day it isn't raining in Kodiak, you have to stop and take a photo. Alaska State Troopers work all across Alaska to protect the state and its people.

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Happy Labor Day from the Alaska State Troopers. We are grateful for everyone who works 24/7 around the state to make sure Alaskans stay safe.

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The rides aren't the only place you should buckle up! If you're headed out to visit us at the fair this weekend or just staying close to home, make sure everyone is buckled before you go.

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Franklyn Andersen has been located safe. Thanks for your assistance

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The Alaska State Troopers are looking for 11-year-old Franklyn Andersen. Franklyn was last seen on a bike around 10:30 am this morning on Greensward Drive in Wasilla. If you have information on Franklyn's location, please contact the Alaska State Troopers at [phone].

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Alaska State Troopers in Nome recently partnered with the Nome Police Department for the National Night Out. They were able to meet many of the community members and safety bear was a big hit! Community policing in rural Alaska helps us build trust with the areas we serve and let the communities know that we are there for them.

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Today is National Aviation Day. Troopers rely on fixed wing and rotary wing aviation daily to ensure public safety across the nation's largest state. We operate the largest state law enforcement aircraft fleet in the country and employ both commissioned and noncommissioned pilots.

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Your Alaska State Troopers have been working hard to assist our partners at the Alaska Division of Forestry and Fire Prevention with the Mukluk Fire in Tok. Troopers and VPSOs have been assisting fire crews with road closures, evacuations and patrols of the burn area. Please continue to follow https://t.co/mnaMPTHhj3 for up to date information on fire activity and evacuations.

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We hope your weekend is as epic as this sunset. If you are planning on enjoying the outdoors, pack extra food, water and clothing, and file a trip plan with a friend or family member. Always remember to follow all traffic laws, and never drive while under the influence.

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Day 2, ready to rock and roll! Come visit us and grab a rack card next to our static plane display.

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While the US Navy Blue Angels will be in the sky today, on the ground you will see an AST blue Piper Super Cub used by Troopers to patrol across the state. Stop by and see the Alaska State Troopers at JBER’s Arctic Thunder Airshow and Open House today and tomorrow.

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We were hanging out with the cool kids recently. Alaska State and Wildlife Troopers in Ketchikan helped provide security for the airforce while two of their F-22 Raptors made a brief refueling stop in town.

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Your Alaska State Troopers teamed up with the Anchorage Police Department to help patrol Salmonfest. The combined two-day effort resulted in the arrest of eight people for drug distribution felonies. Drugs seized included methamphetamine, ecstasy, prescription pills, and a substantial amount of psychedelic mushrooms. Troopers also assisted EMS responding to an overdose and responded to two ongoing fights. Read more about the operation here: https://t.co/tn8ynJD5dK