In a somber update from the Duluth Police Department, an individual has been arrested and charged in connection with the death of a man in what appears to be a hit-and-run case. The department's latest release, made on the evening of September 11, confirms that 35-year-old Alexander Keller has been taken into custody, facing preliminary charges of Criminal Vehicular Operation. He is currently held at the Douglas County Jail. In a statement released by the Duluth Police Department's media relations, they extend their "thoughts and prayers" to the family of 37-year-old Mathias Turbes, who was identified as the victim in this tragic event.
Earlier in the day, authorities had informed the public of a person of interest being detained in relation to the incident, without revealing the identity of either the suspect or the victim at the time. The investigation was prompted by an initial report made at around 6:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 11, when police were called to 101st Avenue West, where they found the deceased male. The victim's name was withheld until proper notifications to his next of kin had been made. This information was detailed in updated releases shared at 12 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. by the department, emphasizing the active nature of their inquiries.
The Duluth Police Department's early communications on the day of the incident highlighted the preliminary findings, which indicated that the man may have been struck by a vehicle. As the investigation unfolded, law enforcement officials worked diligently to piece together the events leading to the tragic discovery, ultimately resulting in Keller's arrest.
As the community reels from the loss of Mathias Turbes, officials remain steadfast in their investigation. While Keller's arrest marks a significant development, the police remind the public that their work is far from over, with the investigation remaining "active and ongoing." More details are promised to be disclosed as they become available, underscoring the police department's commitment to transparency and justice in a case that has deeply affected the Duluth community.
