Witnesses Being Sought in Assault Investigation

At 12:39 PM on September 19, 2024, Anchorage Police responded to E 42nd Avenue and Piper Street regarding an adult male with obvious injuries to the upper body.  AFD Medics arrived at the scene first; they transported the victim to a local hospital with what are believed to be life-threatening injuries.

As the investigation has progressed, police have recovered evidence suggesting the incident may have occurred somewhere around E 43rd Avenue between Piper Street and Thorne Place.  Anyone who witnessed something in that area they believe may be pertinent to the investigation is asked to contact Detective LaPorte at 907-786-8518 or Amanda.LaPorte@anchorageak.gov.  You may submit information anonymously online at www.AnchorageCrimeStoppers.com.

APD Case 24-29199