State Troopers arrested a Sleetmute man Wednesday who reportedly attacked a man with an ax the night before. Aniak troopers arrested 25-year-old Kristopher Gregory.
According to a trooper dispatch, Gregory in the early morning hours struck a 56-year-old man with his fists.
The victim says Gregory then grabbed an ax. In a struggle, the victim was able to soften the blow to his head, but was still injured.
Troopers say alcohol was involved. Gregory faces a felony assault charge and was arraigned this morning. He will be in court August 14th.
Ben Matheson is a contributor with the Alaska Public Radio Network.
