(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire file photo)

(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire file photo)

Police calls for Saturday, April 26, 2025

This report contains public information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.

For Saturday, April 26

Attempt to Serve

At 6:58 p.m. on Saturday, 57-year-old Michelle Bennett was arrested on a $100 warrant on Glacier Highway for violating conditions of release on original charges of driving under the influence and refusal.

At 8:39 p.m. on Saturday. 37-year-old Leon Dennis Paul was arrested on Cinema Drive on a no-bail warrant and for resisting arrest. He was taken to Lemon Creek Correctional Center.

Domestic Dispute

At 1:31 p.m. on Saturday, 40-year-old Starlene Rebekah White was arrested for violating conditions of release and resisting arrest on Glacier Highway. She was taken to LCCC. Alcohol was a factor.

Motor Vehicle Collision Without Injury

At 8:43 p.m. on Saturday, a 42-year-old male reported a vehicle vs. building collision with no injuries at a business on Glacier Highway.

Traffic Stop

At 12:30 a.m. on Saturday, 29-year-old Angelo Lerma was arrested on Vanderbilt Hill Road for driving under the influence and refusal. He was taken to LCCC. Alcohol was a factor.

Trespassing

At 12:47 a.m. on Saturday, 58-year-old Lance Cesear was arrested on Teal Street on an outstanding $50 Juneau Police Department warrant. Alcohol was a factor.

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