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Roseburg Police Department, Roseburg, OR (2026)

06/01/2026

Please join us in welcoming Officer Bitterman to the Roseburg Police Department!

Officer Bitterman was sworn-in last week and will spend the next few weeks completing administrative tasks and department training in defensive tactics, use of force, confrontational situations and use of taser and fi****ms. He will then start a 16 week field training program and will have 16 weeks of training at the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training in Salem.

During those 32 weeks, he will learn and be exposed to the many facets of law enforcement in Oregon before becoming a solo officer.

Officer Bitterman comes to the department with a wide range of experience and a solid foundation in Criminal Justice. As a Roseburg native, Officer Bitterman graduated from Roseburg High School and recently graduated from the Police Reserve Academy through Umpqua Community College. His background includes General Maintenance work for Kovacs Ice Drilling Equipment, serving as a Butcher for McClendon’s Old Fashion Meats and Smokehouse, and working as a Fabricator for Fabform Industries.

His passion for law enforcement, dedication to continuous growth, and strong commitment to service make him a strong addition to the department.

Congratulations Officer Bitterman! We look forward to the many successes you'll experience throughout your career and in the community!

06/01/2026

** 6/3/26 Update: The below subjects have been identified. Thank you all for your assistance. ***

The Roseburg Police Department is looking for assistance in identifying the person in the photographs below that is associated with thefts from BiMart on May 7, 2026 and May 11, 2026.

If you have any information regarding the identity of this person, please email the Roseburg Police Department at [email protected], or call us at 541-492-6760 and request to speak to CSO Rodriguez regarding RPD case number 26-3278.

05/15/2026

🎉🐾 Happy 2nd Birthday to K9 Sherman! 🐾🎉

Today we celebrate everyone’s favorite four-legged crime fighter, K9 Sherman! At just two years old, Sherman has already shown incredible dedication, loyalty, and heart while serving alongside his handler and protecting our community.

Whether he’s hard at work or enjoying some well-deserved playtime, Sherman continues to make us proud every day. Join us in wishing this good boy a very happy birthday filled with treats, toys, belly rubs, and lots of love!

Happy Birthday, Sherman! 💙

05/12/2026

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• Beginning Monday, May 18th and extending through Sunday, May 31st, the Roseburg Police Department and law enforcement
agencies throughout Oregon will use federally funded enforcement hours to educate the public about safety belt and child seat laws including a law passed in 2017 increasing safety for
children under age two.

• FARS crash data for 2024 shows lack of safety belt or child restraint use was a factor in 32% or 103 of a total 324 motor vehicle occupant fatalities in Oregon.

• Motor vehicle crashes are the leading nationwide cause of death for children ages one through twelve years old. In 2024, 1,918 children under twelve were injured in Oregon traffic crashes, 12 percent were reported not using a child restraint system. It is estimated that car seats may increase crash survival by 71% for infants under one year old and by up to 59% for toddlers
aged one to four. Booster seats may reduce the chance of nonfatal injury among four to eight year-olds by 45% compared to safety belts used alone.

• Of the 22,713 passenger vehicle occupants killed in the United States in 2024, 50% were not wearing seat belts.

• In 2017 an Oregon law was passed requiring children to ride in a rear-facing safety seat until they are at least two years old. A child over age two must continue to ride in a car seat with harness or in a booster until they reach age eight or 4’ 9” in height and the adult belt fits them correctly.

• The 2017 law, which extends the rear-facing requirement from the previous age one to age two, will better protect the child’s head, neck, and spine from potential crash injuries. This is because a rear-facing seat spreads crash forces evenly across the seat and child’s body while also limiting forward or sideways motion of the head.

• Seat belts are the best defense against impaired, aggressive, and distracted drivers. Being buckled up during a crash helps keep you safe and secure inside your vehicle; the seat belt slows you down and spreads crash forces over the strongest parts of your body.

• For help selecting or installing child car seats, consult the seat manufacturer’s instructions, your vehicle owner’s manual, or visit a local child seat fitting station listed at:
https://www.nhtsa.gov/equipment/car-seats-and-booster-seats -inspection

05/05/2026

On April 19, 2026, Sergeant Dingman submitted the following Letter of Commendation recognizing Officers Vanderzanden and Rose for their exceptional courage, initiative, and professionalism during a life-saving vehicle accident and river rescue that occurred on April 18, 2026. Their decisive actions and commitment to protecting others directly contributed to the safe rescue of all occupants involved in the incident.

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Officers Vanderzanden and Rose,

This letter of commendation is in recognition of your actions on April 18, 2026, during a critical incident involving a vehicle that had left the roadway and overturned into a river, with children reported to be screaming from inside the vehicle.

Although the incident occurred outside of city limits, both of you independently requested to respond due to the urgency of the call. You arrived prior to my arrival and, despite initial confusion regarding the exact location, quickly located the vehicle. Without hesitation, you made your way down a steep embankment and through dense brush to reach a vehicle that was upside down and partially submerged in the water.

Officer Vanderzanden removed his external vest and duty belt and entered the water to assist. He removed a one-year-old child from the mother's arms, who was clinging to the vehicle, and handed the child to Officer Rose, who coordinated with responding personnel to move the child up the embankment to an awaiting ambulance. This process was repeated with a second child, who was also safely removed.

You then worked together to provide a life jacket to the driver. As she attempted to climb out using a rope, she was unable to fully make it up the embankment, at which time Officer Rose assisted in pulling her to safety.

As a direct result of your actions, all occupants were safely rescued and did not sustain any major injuries.

Throughout the incident, you maintained a calm and controlled demeanor while managing a highly dynamic and emotionally charged situation. Your ability to communicate effectively with the victims and other first responders helped bring order to a chaotic scene and contributed to a successful rescue.

Following the incident, I received praise from a Douglas County Sheriff's Office supervisor and fire personnel, all of whom recognized your efforts and professionalism.

Your initiative, teamwork, and willingness to place yourselves in a hazardous environment to protect others reflect greatly upon yourselves and the Roseburg Police Department and are in keeping with the highest traditions of the law enforcement profession.

Thank you for your dedication to the Roseburg Police Department and the public we serve.

- Sergeant Ryan Dingman

04/24/2026

Today, Officer Wiebe and Officer Orr both graduated from the sixteen week Basic Police Academy at the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) in Salem.

Both Officers will return to our department to continue their sixteen week Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTEP), where they will continue to receive hands on training from various Field Training Officers to hone the skills he learned at the academy.

The Roseburg Police Department places high emphasis on it's training program to provide our officers with all the tools they'll need for a successful and meaningful career.

Congratulations Officers! We look forward to the many successes you'll experience throughout your career and in the community! 👮🏻‍♂️

04/15/2026

📍Are you detail-oriented, dependable, and ready to make an impact? With a competitive starting pay, comprehensive benefits, and an engaging full-time schedule, this civilian role offers an exciting opportunity to support law enforcement and serve your community. 📍

Applications close at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026. Start your journey today!

For the complete job description and application details, visit the City of Roseburg employment opportunities page!

04/08/2026

*** 4/9/25 Update: The below subjects have been identified. Thank you all for your assistance. ***

The Roseburg Police Department is looking for assistance in identifying the people in the photographs below who are associated with a theft from Abby’s on April 7, 2026. The individuals were using a vehicle owned by Brandi Marshall at the time of the theft.

If you have any information regarding the identity of these individuals, please email the Roseburg Police Department at [email protected], or call us at 541-492-6760 and request to speak to Officer Rhea regarding RPD case number 26-2099.

03/16/2026

Please join us in welcoming Officer Hubbard to the Roseburg Police Department!

Officer Hubbard was sworn-in this morning and will spend the next few weeks completing administrative tasks and department training in defensive tactics, use of force, confrontational situations and use of taser and fi****ms. He will then start a 16 week field training program and will have 16 weeks of training at the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training in Salem. During those 32 weeks, he will learn and be exposed to the many facets of law enforcement in Oregon before becoming a solo officer.

Officer Hubbard comes to the department with a wide range of experience and a solid foundation in both technical and leadership roles. He earned his associate’s degree in automotive technology from Umpqua Community College and served in the Army as an Infantryman. He has also been a long standing member of the Oregon National Guard, where he currently serves as an Infantry Squad Leader with the Oregon Military Department.

In addition to his military service, Officer Hubbard has worked as a Mechanic for Rocky’s Auto Repair and Machine and for Lithia Dodge of Roseburg. He is also deeply involved in community service, volunteering with the Oregon Military Department’s Color Guard, supporting Oregon National Guard recruiting efforts, and spending time each year at Winston Middle School teaching students about physical fitness, teamwork, and personal pride.

Congratulations Officer Hubbard! We look forward to the many successes you'll experience throughout your career and in the community!

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