"Operation Summer Heat" Results in 127 Arrests During Multi-Agency Crime Suppression Sweep

Anchorage, AK — From June 24 to June 26, 2026, a multi-agency crime suppression operation, Operation Summer Heat, was conducted throughout Anchorage. The operation brought together 140 participants from local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, working collaboratively to target criminal activity impacting the community.

APD, AST, FBI, DEA, ATF, HSI, USMS, CDSP, USPS, USBP, Anchorage Probations, DOC, Anchorage Airport PD, Wasilla PD. Teams were strategically divided to address a wide range of violent crime, drugs, warrant services and retail theft.

As a result of the operation:

  • 127 arrests were made, including both felony and misdemeanor offenses

  • 6 stolen vehicles were recovered

  • 11 guns were seized

Additionally, a significant number of illegal narcotics were seized, including:

  • 3349 grams of cocaine

  • 2362 grams of fentanyl

  • 14792 grams of methamphetamine

The success of Operation Summer Heat underscores the strength of collaboration between agencies and the shared commitment to public safety in Anchorage.


Gina Romero