Anchorage Police Search for John Patea, who has been charged with second-degree murder, manslaughter, and third-degree assault in connection to the shooting death of 29-year-old Kikite Fatu.
On February 24, officers responded to a report of a woman being shot in the Mountain View neighborhood. Medics took Fatu to a hospital with life-threatening injuries, but she later died.
The investigation into Fatu’s murder is ongoing, with police gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses. The community is shocked and saddened by the senseless act of violence. Friends and family of Fatu are seeking justice and calling for Patea’s arrest.
Witnesses told police that Patea arrived at a motorhome, looking for a woman he thought was cheating on him. He confronted a man, started hitting him, and then a round was fired at his foot.
Next, the woman allegedly involved exited the motorhome and yelled at Patea to stop. However, Patea choked her, pushed her to the RV window, and told her not to play with him.
Then, Patea started shooting, and a bullet went through the window, striking Fatu. Fatu’s sister received a mysterious call from Patea, who apologized and said the bullet was not meant for her.
Meanwhile, police urge anyone with information about Patea’s whereabouts to come forward. He was last seen wearing a bulletproof vest and is considered armed and dangerous.
Furthermore, the Anchorage Police Department is working tirelessly to bring Patea to justice. The search for John Patea continues, and police are exploring all possible leads.
In addition, the police department is collaborating with other law enforcement agencies to track down Patea. The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any sightings of Patea to the authorities immediately.
The Anchorage Police Search for John Patea is ongoing, and authorities are determined to bring him to justice for the murder of Kikite Fatu.
News story originally published by Alaska’s News Source.
