Alaska State Troopers, Alaska
End of Watch Thursday, May 1, 2014
Add to My HeroesPatrick Scott Johnson
Sergeant Scott Johnson and Trooper Gabriel Rich were shot and killed while investigating reports that a person had brandished a firearm in the village of Tanana several days earlier.
Both troopers had gone to a home on Front Street to speak to the suspect. At some point during the investigation both troopers were fatally shot inside of the home.
One subject was taken into custody following the incident. He was convicted of both murders and sentenced to 203 years in prison.
Sergeant Johnson had served with the Alaska State Troopers for 20 years and had previously served with the North Slope Borough Police Department for three years. He is survived by his wife, three daughters, parents, and siblings.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 23 years
- Badge 144
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to 203 years
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View all 320 ReflectionsThe tragic passing of two great troopers and TV stars in the show is heartbreaking, because when they are gone there will be no more duplicates, but they are never forgotten. Rest in Peace Sergeant.
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