Warrant issued for Ketchikan man for skipping court appearance

Authorities are looking for a 24-year-old Ketchikan man who skipped a court appearance.

Jeremy Ellis is seen in this Alaska State Troopers photo. Authorities are searching for Ellis, who might be on Prince of Wales Island or in the Ketchikan area.
Jeremy Ellis is seen in this Alaska State Troopers photo. Authorities are searching for Ellis, who might be on Prince of Wales Island or in the Ketchikan area.

Jeremy E. Ellis failed to appear for a hearing on May 1, and a warrant was issued at that time, according to an Alaska State Troopers online dispatch Wednesday.

Ellis faces felony drugs, theft and weapons misconduct charges.

According to the Troopers report, Ellis is believed to be on Prince of Wales Island or in the Ketchikan area.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call Alaska State Troopers at 225-5118, the Ketchikan Police Department at 225-6631, or call emergency services at 911.

Troopers warn that Ellis is believed to be armed and dangerous. Individuals should not try contacting him on their own.

KRBD - Ketchikan

KRBD is our partner station in Ketchikan. KTOO collaborates with partners across the state to cover important news and to share stories with our audiences.

Sign up for The Signal

Top Alaska stories delivered to your inbox every week

Site notifications
Update notification options
Subscribe to notifications