Alaska State Troopers

A&E8:00pm (Eastern)

Series 9 · Episode 1 · Winter Under Fire

As winter tightens its grip on Alaska, the state troopers face new challenges in patrolling vast, remote areas where help is hours away and the elements are as much an adversary as crime.

This episode opens a new season with the Alaska State Troopers braving the harsh winter conditions that define much of their work. Their jurisdiction covers immense, isolated regions including Fairbanks, the Mat-Su Valley, and over 230 remote villages accessible only by boat or plane, underscoring the logistical complexities they confront daily. Viewers can expect to follow a variety of calls ranging from multi-agency criminal operations to urgent search and rescue missions, highlighting the unpredictable nature of law enforcement in America’s largest state. The troopers’ efforts to maintain safety amid brutal distances and extreme weather provide a stark reminder of the unique demands placed on these officers.

For fans of: 'Border Wars' for its rugged law enforcement challenges in remote areas.

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Broadcast timezone: America/New_York. Other regions may have different schedules.