A 29-year-old male named Toetasi Fosi died in Utqiaġvik, formerly Barrow, Alaska on November 26, 2023, after being shot. The incident occurred on Sakeagak Street, where Fosi was found with gunshot wounds. He was transported by ambulance to the Samuel Simmonds Memorial Hospital, where medical personnel attempted life-saving measures; those efforts ultimately failed.
The shooting appears to have been fatal at a residence. A gun was involved, though the specific type has not been identified. The North Slope Borough law enforcement issued a press release confirming the shooting and stating that the investigation remained active.
As of the latest reports, no arrests have been made in connection with the killing of Toetasi Fosi. There is also no publicly released information naming any suspect in the case. Investigators have not reported motives, nor have any persons of interest been officially disclosed.
