Jack Sabàto, the 32-year-old son of actors Antonio Sabàto Jr. and Virginia Madsen, has been arrested in connection with a fatal hit-and-run in Anchorage, Alaska.
Sabàto was taken into custody on Monday, November 9, 2026, after police linked a Chevrolet Tahoe registered to him to the death of a pedestrian.
He faces a felony charge of leaving the scene of an accident without assisting an injured person and a misdemeanor charge of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in injury or death.
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Jack Sabato: What happened in Anchorage
Anchorage police said officers and paramedics responded at about 5:48 a.m. local time on November 9 to reports of an unresponsive man near Airport Heights Drive and DeBarr Road.
The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police initially said the man had been struck by a vehicle that left the area before investigators identified him as 42-year-old Carl Simmonds.
Investigators found vehicle debris near the crash scene and reviewed surveillance footage that appeared to show a white SUV striking Simmonds without stopping, according to charging documents reported in the case.
How police identified the vehicle
Authorities entered the vehicle description into Alaska’s public safety information system and located a matching SUV registered to Sabàto.
The Chevrolet Tahoe was found at an Anchorage Amazon warehouse, where Sabàto was working or had been carrying out deliveries, and police seized it as evidence.
Investigators reported fresh damage to the vehicle’s front end that was consistent with a pedestrian collision.
Sabàto later contacted police after learning that his vehicle had been seized.
According to the charging account, he told investigators that he had been delivering for DoorDash and believed he had struck an animal or another object.
He allegedly said he did not stop because he was driving without insurance and planned to report the crash after finishing work.
The allegations have not been tested in court, and Sabàto is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Charges and next court steps
Sabàto was booked into the Anchorage Correctional Complex following the arrest.
The felony charge concerns the alleged failure to stop and assist after the collision, while the misdemeanor charge relates to leaving the scene of a crash that resulted in death.
His next court appearance was scheduled for Thursday, November 12, according to court information cited in reports on the case.
The charges could change as prosecutors review evidence, including surveillance footage, vehicle damage and statements attributed to the accused.
Statement from Antonio Sabàto Jr.
Antonio Sabàto Jr. addressed the case in a statement posted Wednesday, November 11.
He described the matter as sensitive and personal, expressed unconditional love for his children and offered condolences to the family and loved ones of the man who died.
Representatives for Virginia Madsen had not publicly commented on the arrest as of Wednesday.
Anchorage pedestrian deaths
The fatal collision is part of a broader road-safety concern in Anchorage.
Local reporting based on police information said Simmonds was the ninth pedestrian killed by a vehicle in Anchorage during 2026.
Anchorage recorded 15 pedestrian deaths in both 2024 and 2025, according to the same reporting.
Police continue to ask anyone with surveillance footage or information about the crash to contact Anchorage Police Department dispatch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jack Sabàto?
Jack Sabàto is the 32-year-old son of actors Antonio Sabàto Jr. and Virginia Madsen.
Why was Jack Sabàto arrested?
He was arrested in connection with a fatal hit-and-run in Anchorage involving the death of pedestrian Carl Simmonds.
What charges does Jack Sabàto face?
He faces a felony charge of leaving the scene without assisting an injured person and a misdemeanor charge of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in injury or death.
When did the Anchorage crash happen?
Police responded at about 5:48 a.m. local time on November 9, 2026, near Airport Heights Drive and DeBarr Road.
Has Jack Sabàto been convicted?
No. The charges are allegations, and Sabàto is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Fact-Checked: Key facts were checked against the Anchorage Police Department’s incident notice and corroborating court and law-enforcement reporting.
Disclaimer: This article reports allegations contained in an active criminal case and does not imply a finding of guilt.