Patrick Johnson
Murdered

Case Description

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On May 1, 2014, in Tanana, Alaska, Sergeant Patrick "Scott" Johnson, aged 45, and Trooper Gabriel "Gabe" Rich, aged 26, were fatally shot while attempting to arrest Arvin Kangas, 58, for assault and driving with a revoked license. The incident began when Kangas had a confrontation with the local Village Public Safety Officer (VPSO), during which he brandished a shotgun. In response, Sergeant Johnson and Trooper Rich traveled to Tanana to assist. Upon arrival, they approached Kangas near his resi ...Read More

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Alaska Dispatch News: Suspect tampered with guns of troopers slain in Tanana, investigators testify

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Victim Details

name

Patrick Johnson

gender

Male

race

White / Caucasian

city

Tanana

state

Date of Death

2014-05-01

Age at Death

First Name

Patrick

Last Name

Johnson

solved

Yes

Last Updated

11/20/2024

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I am urging anyone who may have any information regarding the murder of Patrick to please contact la... ...Read More
01/19/2024

I am devastated to hear about the tragic murder of Patrick. He was a kind and genuine person, and I ... ...Read More
01/19/2024

Does anyone know where Patrick worked before moving to this town?... ...Read More
07/05/2023

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