Police calls for Wednesday, July 19, 2023

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For Tuesday, July 18

Theft

At 8:45 a.m. on Wednesday, the Juneau Police Department began an investigation into a reported assault on Franklin Street. Domestic violence was a factor.

Domestic Dispute

At 12:03 p.m. on Wednesday, 19-year-old Kaya Wilson was arrested on Shell Simmons Drive for domestic violence assault and violating conditions of release. She was taken to Lemon Creek Correctional Center.

Police Assist

At 5:01 p.m. on Wednesday, a case was created for safekeeping on Glacier Highway.

Driving While Intoxicated

At 5:56 p.m. on Wednesday, 21-year-old Juanita Devine-Aker was arrested for driving while under the influence on Egan Drive. She was taken to LCCC.

Domestic dispute

At 10:36 p.m. on Wednesday, 48-year-old Luonda Jo Austin was arrested for driving while impaired, criminal mischief domestic violence and violating conditions of release on Vista Drive. She was taken to LCCC. Alcohol was a factor.

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