A man once honored as a top foster carer has been arrested on suspicion of sexually abusing teenage girls over more than a decade. Ulric Jeffery Ulroan faces 47 charges including sexual abuse, sexual assault, indecent exposure, and giving alcohol to a minor, with authorities stating he was “in a position of authority” over his victims.
Charges and Investigation Details
The 48-year-old from Alaska is accused of crimes dating back to 2009. According to the Alaska Bureau of Investigation, a tip received in January 2026 led to the initial discovery that a girl had been abused by Ulroan between 2009 and 2010. After police publicly began investigating, additional women came forward reporting similar assaults.
Lead investigator Brian Wassmann stated: “The investigation has shown thus far, that the abuse, at least in the cases that we investigated that led to the Grand Jury charges, or the indictment, occurred between 2009 and 2010 and other crimes occurred from 2015 to 2017 in various communities.”
Ulroan's Background and Positions of Trust
Ulroan was a certified foster parent from 2005 to 2023. In 2019, he was named “Parent of the Year” by the Alaska Federation of Natives. He also served as Chevak’s mayor around 2007 and later on the city council. In 2021, he worked as vice mayor and as a girls’ basketball coach at Chevak School, according to state troopers.
Prosecutors fear there may be additional victims who have not yet come forward. The case remains open as investigators continue to seek information.
Legal Proceedings and Bail
Ulroan’s bail has been set at $250,000, and he remains in police custody. The charges include multiple counts of sexual abuse and assault, reflecting the severity and duration of the alleged offenses.
