- calendar_today October 13, 2026
Juneau Police Respond to Early Morning Hit-and-Run
Authorities in Juneau have arrested a 32-year-old man in connection with a hit and run that seriously injured a pedestrian over the weekend. The incident occurred shortly before 1 a.m. on Sunday, October 11, in the parking lot of Savikko Park on Douglas Island.
Pedestrian Sustains Serious Injuries
Responding officers from the Juneau Police Department (JPD) found a 49-year-old Juneau resident injured on a trail leading from the parking lot toward Sandy Beach. The victim was immediately transported to the hospital. Due to the severity of the injuries, including a broken pelvis, the pedestrian was later medevaced to Seattle for specialized treatment.
Investigation Leads to Suspect and Vehicle
The hit and run accident prompted an extensive police investigation early Sunday morning. By approximately noon, officers located a 2005 Ford Explorer believed to be involved in the incident. The vehicle was found in the 2100 block of Lawson Creek Road, providing a significant lead in the case.
Suspect Turns Himself In
About an hour after officers discovered the suspected vehicle, Darien Fritz McCallum, 32, of Juneau, came to a JPD substation to speak with authorities. McCallum was subsequently arrested in connection with the hit and run pedestrian incident.
Felony Charges Filed Following Hit and Run Arrest
Following the police investigation, McCallum was charged with assault in the first degree, classified as a class A felony. He also faces a class B felony for failure of the operator to give information and render assistance, a traffic felony specific to hit and run charges. McCallum was taken into custody and lodged at Lemon Creek Correctional Center pending further proceedings.
Ongoing Police Investigation
The Juneau Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the hit and run Juneau incident. No further details have been released regarding potential contributing factors or further charges at this time.
Source: juneauempire.com.
