On Wednesday evening, Alaska State Troopers responded to a shooting incident in Big Lake to open an investigation and arre asking the public for information in the case.

At 7:13 pm, a call went in to troopers reporting a shooting with injuries at a location on Halston Avenue in Big Lake. When interviewed, the victim told investigators that he had been shot by a male suspect at close range through his truck door.

EMS transported the victim to the  Mat-Su Regional Medical Center for treatment of his injuries.

AST requested and received a search warrant for the property and also spoke with witnesses. As a result, AST has identified a possible suspect but have yet to release his/her identity to the public.

Troopers are asking that anyone with additional information in regards to the incident to call MATCOM Public Safety at 907-352-5401.

The investigation is continuing.

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