(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

Police calls for Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023

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

For Thursday, Oct. 19

Child Abuse or Neglect

At 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, the Juneau Police Department received a confidential report of child abuse or neglect.

Disabled Vehicle

At 11:27 a.m. on Thursday, a 33-year-old female reported her vehicle’s tires had been slashed during the past few days.

Domestic Dispute

At 10:24 p.m. on Thursday, a 41-year-old female reported she was assaulted by a 60-year-old male on Glacier Highway. Domestic violence was a factor.

Sex Crime

At 4:24 p.m. on Thursday, JPD received a confidential report of sexual abuse.

Shoplifting

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At 3:39 p.m. on Thursday, 45-year-old Kristina Benson was cited and released for concealment of merchandise on Willoughby Avenue.

Traffic Stop

At 1:29 a.m. on Thursday, 32-year-old Jesus Bernardo Varela Tablas was cited and released for reckless driving on Mendenhall Loop Road.

Trespassing

At 1:51 a.m. on Thursday, 35-year-old Sir Vincent Murrain was arrested for criminal trespass on Whittier Street. He was taken to Lemon Creek Correctional Center.

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