(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire file photo)

(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire file photo)

Police calls for Saturday, May 18, 2024

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

For Saturday, May 18

Assault

At 1:02 a.m. on Saturday, a 27-year-old female reported being assaulted on Mendenhall Loop Road.

At 3:03 a.m. on Saturday, a 25-year-old male reported an assault on Main Street.

At 8:41 p.m. on Saturday, the Juneau Police Department initiated an investigation into a reported fight involving a handful of juveniles.

Conditions Violation

At 5:47 p.m. on Saturday, JPD responded to a report of conditions violations.

Death Investigation

At 7:51 p.m. on Saturday, JPD initiated an investigation into the death of a 38-year-old male. The death is not considered suspicious and next of kin has been notified.

Foot Patrol

At 2:34 a.m. on Saturday, 42-year-old Charla Janette Bennett was cited and released for trespassing on Main Street. Alcohol was a factor.

Found Property

At 9:13 p.m. on Saturday, JPD recovered a found wallet on Franklin Street.

Motor Vehicle Collision With Injury

At 10:43 a.m. on Saturday, JPD responded to a report of a vehicle colliding with a bicyclist on Glacier Highway. One person was taken to Bartlett Regional Hospital with injuries.

Motor Vehicle Collision Without Injury

At 9:13 a.m. on Saturday, 64-year-old David Skrzynski was cited and released for driving without a license on Mendenhall Loop Road.

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