Officers’ names released in Healy and Tok shootings
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - The names of the officers involved in a shooting and pursuit near Healy have been released.
On November 1st, the Alaska State Troopers (AST) engaged in the pursuit of a pickup truck on the Parks Highway, during which the driver of the truck, 45-year-old Michael Grimes of Fairbanks shot at pursuing officers.
After the truck was stopped by AST, the shooting continued... and Grimes was eventually killed.
The involved officers include Alaska State Troopers Sergeant Aaron Mobley, Scott Mcafee, and Trevor Norris, as well as North Slope Borough Police Officer, John Swope.
The Alaska Bureau of Investigation continues to work on the incident.
The name of the officer involved in a shooting in Tok has also been released.
On October 30th, Alaska State Trooper Timothy Rosario responded to a call about a man attempting to break into a motel room in Tok.
The suspect was observed wielding an AK-type rifle, and was shot due to what were described as ‘the adult male’s actions.’
The suspect was later identified as 21-year-old Timothy Thomas of Northway.
The Alaska Bureau of Investigation is still looking into the incident. Once that is complete the Alaska Office of Special Prosecutions will be reviewing the matter.
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