Between April 20 and May 17, officers worked nearly 500 hours conducting high-visibility enforcement focused on dangerous driving and unsafe pedestrian behaviors along Anchorage roadways known for collisions involving vehicles.

During the operation, officers conducted 661 traffic stops and issued 677 citations, including:

• 272 speeding violations

• 54 illegal window tint violations

• 51 no proof of insurance violations

• 34 red light violations

• 6 racing-related violations

Enforcement efforts resulted in:

• 8 DUI/OUI arrests

• 1 reckless driving arrest

• 6 arrests for pedestrian interference

• 8 additional arrests for other offenses

Officers also contacted 25 drivers who were unlicensed or driving while suspended, revoked, or canceled and impounded 17 vehicles. In addition, officers issued 18 pedestrian-related citations for unsafe roadway behavior, including crossing against traffic signals and walking in the roadway where sidewalks were available.

These focused enforcement efforts are aimed at improving safety for everyone using Anchorage roadways. The campaign combined enforcement with education to encourage safer decisions by both drivers and pedestrians.

As this campaign concludes, APD’s traffic safety focus now shifts to occupant protection as APD joins agencies across Alaska and nationwide in the NHTSA “Click It or Ticket” campaign, reminding motorists that seat belts save lives.

On May 19 at about 12:03 a.m., APD Patrol Officers responded to the area of Bragaw St. and Reka Dr. for reports of an adult male firing rounds in the air from a handgun. Upon arrival, the officers located and observed the subject was armed. The subject did not follow commands given by officers. Three APD officers fired their weapons. The subject was struck. Officers immediately began life saving measures. The subject was transported to an area hospital where he was later pronounced deceased. No APD Officers were injured in the incident.

Per policy the state’s Office of Special Prosecutions (OSP) will review the officers’ use of force and determine whether it was justified. Once that has been completed, APD Internal Affairs will review the officers’ actions to confirm whether there was any violation of policy.

As per APD practice, the officers will be placed on four days of administrative leave. Their names will be released publicly 72 hours after the incident. Once OSP has completed their investigation, their findings will be available for the public to review.

ORIGINAL: APD is investigating an officer involved shooting in the area of Reka Dr. and Bragaw. More information will be forthcoming.

Case: 26-13500

The new online resource is designed to provide community members with accessible information related to missing persons cases, investigative efforts, public safety resources, and opportunities for community engagement and accountability.

“Every case matters. Every victim deserves dignity, compassion, and a thorough investigation,” said Chief Sean Case. “This new web page reflects our commitment to accountability and continued partnership with the communities we serve.”

The web page can be found by visiting https://www.anchoragepolice.com/mmip or by visiting https://www.anchoragepolice.com/apdnews and includes:

• Information about how APD responds to and investigates missing persons cases

• 2026 data related to missing persons investigations and homicide solve rates

• Resources for families and community members seeking support

• Guidance on how to report missing persons and submit tips

• APD’s Public Action Plan & Accountability Roadmap outlining department response strategies, communication practices, training initiatives, internal processes, and future goals

Community members do not need to wait to report someone missing. Anyone with information about a missing person or suspicious activity is encouraged to contact APD immediately.

To report information regarding a missing person or suspicious activity, contact APD Dispatch by calling
311 and selecting option 1, or call 911 in an emergency.

ORIGINAL: There is a large police presence around Man-O-War Drive and Eagle River Loop for an ongoing investigation.

At this time, there are no road closures. Thank you for your cooperation.

APD Case 26-13370

APD Event: E2605160394

DATE/TIME OF INCIDENT: 4:57 PM, May 16, 2026

UPDATE: All lanes on C Street Between Dimond and 76th have been reopened.

A Sergeant with the APD Traffic Unit, who was working on a grant funded pedestrian safety overtime detail, initially responded to the call. He located the vehicle near Thunderbird Falls and observed that the truck was swerving and speeding.

Upon contact with the driver, 32-year old Anchorage resident Canyon Sandberg, there were signs of impairment and an open container of an alcoholic beverage inside of the vehicle. Responding officers performed a Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST) and the decision was made to arrest Canyon Sandberg for Operating Under the Influence (OUI). He was transported and remanded on the charge of OUI after a breath sample result that was well over the legal limit. In addition to the OUI charge, Sandberg was cited for driving without a license and for an open container. 

APD Case 26-13145

REDDI – Report Every Dangerous Driver Immediately by calling 9-1-1.  Anchorage Police are grateful to the citizen who saw the unsafe driver and took the time to notify law enforcement.

Graduates:

Andrey Aleksandrov
Fluturie Alimi
Julianne Beach
Heather Bitgood
Socla Chau
Sesilili Filise
Gunnar Flotre
Gregory Ghramm
Carson Hale
Jessie Hernandez
Van Horton
Beljoe Johns
Madison Johnson
Nathaniel Pierce
Kole Rhodes
Shayden Robinson
Dane Sealy
Kristen Snowden
Jacob Vanderkin
Daniel Verdin

APD Case 26-13051

Anyone who witnessed the vehicle being driven recklessly, or who may have video footage from the area during that time frame, is asked to contact Officer Linder by email at samuel.linder@anchorageak.gov.

APD Event: E2605140548

UPDATE: The APD Traffic Unit would like to thank members of the public for reaching out with their observations.  The driver was contacted by APD and has been issued citations for equipment violations.  The reckless driving behavior described by witnesses occurred outside of the Municipality, therefore the case has been referred to the Alaska State Troopers for further investigation.

APD Event: E2605130080

Kurt was last seen in the Ship Creek area at approximately 4:00 AM on May 2, 2026. Kurt is about 6’ tall, 200 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.

If you have any information on the whereabouts of Kurt Jensen, please call Anchorage Police Dispatch at 3-1-1 (option #1) or 907-786-8900 (press “0”). To remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers online at www.AnchorageCrimeStoppers.com

MISSING PERSON: KURT JENSEN

Age: 60

Height: 6’

Weight: 200 pounds

Hair: Black

Eyes: Brown

APD Case 26-12017

To clear a person from “missing person” status, APD must first be notified that individual has been “located” and then the individual must be contacted in person by an APD officer.

While the assault remains under investigation, police have noticed circumstances that warranted a closer look. The Crime Scene Team has responded to the 700 block of N. Bunn St. to process the scene.

APD Case: 26-11747

Investigation revealed he had been driving his department-issued, marked vehicle while off duty and impaired. The case was referred to the Office of Special Prosecutions, which formally charged Bowser with DUI on April 24, 2026. He has been placed on administrative leave pending both internal and external investigation.

Ofc. Charles Bowser has been with the Anchorage Police Department since May of 2014.

APD Case 26-7134

APD Case 26-11693

To clear a person from “missing person” status, APD must first be notified that individual has been “located” and then the individual must be contacted in person by an APD officer.

There are no arrests at this time. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call Police Dispatch at 3-1-1 or (907) 786-8900.

APD Case 26-11380

APD case 26-11335

To clear a person from “missing person” status, APD must first be notified that individual has been “located” and then the individual must be contacted in person by an APD officer.

Williams was arrested in Klawock on April 13, 2026, by the Klawock Police Department. Investigators believe there may be additional victims.

Anyone who believes they may have been a victim is asked to contact CACU Detective Koch at Daniel.Koch@anchorageak.gov or 907-786-2477.

APD Case 23-12472

APD CASE: 26-11235

DATE/TIME OF INCIDENT: April 23, 2026 4:15 PM

NARRATIVE: At 4:15 PM on April 23, 2026, officers responded to the Seward Highway between Dowling and Tudor in reference to a single vehicle collision vehicle collision with injuries.

 Medics arrived and transported the passenger a hospital with non-life-threatening-injuries.

The driver, identified as 22-year-old Ryan Atkinson, has been remanded to Anchorage Jail and charged with DUI and Assault 1.

This case is being investigated by the Major Collision Investigation Unit (MCIU).