Crime

Three California men are facing charges after a Roseburg pharmacy burglary early Friday. Police found evidence after their getaway vehicle crashed on Old Melrose Road. Two suspects posted bail and were released, while the third was cited at the hospital due to crash injuries.

A Douglas County man faces felony animal abuse charges after a viral video showed him laughing as his dog attacked an injured deer in Sutherlin. Oregon State Police say the footage sparked public outrage and led to charges of aggravated animal abuse and harassing wildlife.

Roseburg Police arrested Justin Jones early Saturday on felony assault charges after he allegedly admitted to kicking a woman in the ribs. The victim reported difficulty breathing and feared broken ribs. Jones is held without bail at Douglas County Corrections.

A 50-year-old Roseburg man, Royce Morgan, was arrested Sunday for felony strangulation, assault, and menacing after allegedly choking a woman and threatening to kill her. He is being held without bail at Douglas County Corrections.

Myrtle Creek Police are investigating a Sunday night robbery outside Columbia Bank. A man reported two masked suspects stole a deposit and threatened to shoot him before fleeing on foot. Anyone with info is asked to call MCPD at 440-4471.

Deputies arrested 38-year-old Jesse Dewbre after he fled the Douglas County Courthouse Tuesday when a judge ordered him into custody. He was later found at his home and surrendered. Dewbre faces escape and warrant charges; bail set at $100,000.