(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire file photo)

(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire file photo)

Police calls for Sunday, Jan. 5, 2024

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

For Sunday, Jan. 5

Conditions Violation

At 1:45 a.m. on Sunday, the Juneau Police Department created a case to document an incident of unlawful contact on Lemon Creek Road.

Death Investigation

At 1:06 p.m. on Sunday, JPD began a confidential investigation into a death. No foul play is suspected and next of kin has been notified.

Traffic Stop

At 3:55 a.m. on Sunday, 21-year-old Dawson Vinnedge was arrested for driving while intoxicated on Egan Drive. He was taken to Lemon Creek Correctional Center and the vehicle he was driving was impounded.

Trespassing

At 1:21 a.m. on Sunday, 34-year-old Devonne Merculief was cited and released on Cinema Drive for trespassing.

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