(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire file photo)

(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire file photo)

Police calls for Friday, March 21, 2025

This report contains public information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.

For Friday, March 21

Assault

At 1:54 p.m. on Friday, 28-year-old James Matthew Casto was arrested for assault on Marine Way. He was taken to Lemon Creek Correctional Center. Alcohol was a factor.

At 4:48 p.m. on Friday, the Juneau Police Department began an investigation into a report of an assault on Glacier Highway.

At 10:39 p.m. on Friday, a 44-year-old female reported an assault by a 42-year-old male. Alcohol was a factor.

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At 9:38 p.m. on Friday, 27-year-old Tia Head was arrested on Glacier Highway for driving while intoxicated. She was taken to LCCC.

Harassment

At 8:48 p.m. on Friday, 42-year-old John Forchmer was arrested on Sitka Street on a no-bail warrant to answer to the charge of violating conditions of release on a misdemeanor. Alcohol was a factor.

Motor Vehicle Collision With Injury

At 3:19 p.m. on Friday, a 35-year-old male struck a 44-year-old male with his vehicle on 3rd Street. Minor injuries were reported and the investigation was continuing.

Trespassing

At 3:47 p.m. on Friday, 50-year-old Harry William Hewson was cited and released for trespassing on Teal Street. Alcohol was a factor.

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