May 30, 2020 1:30 p.m.
Douglas County law enforcement leaders have condemned recent actions by police in Minneapolis that resulted in the death of an African American man.
A joint statement issued Saturday said:
“We stand together, as a unified body of local law enforcement leaders in Douglas County, to denounce the actions and improper tactics utilized in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  As criminal justice officers we, and those in our employ, are charged to serve humankind and to provide for the security of our communities. We take seriously the oaths we swore and the ethics that guide our profession. The incident in Minneapolis is not reflective of the values we regard and seek to uphold in our respective jurisdictions. It is our resolve to continue serving our communities with a strong ethical and moral compass while earning your trust and respect on a daily basis”.
It was issued by:
*Douglas County Sheriff John Hanlin
*Chief Gary Klopfenstein – Roseburg Police Department
*Chief Brandon Sarti – Winston Police Department
*Chief Jonathan Brewster – Myrtle Creek Police Department
*Chief Troy Mills – Sutherlin Police Department
*Chief Matt Smart – Reedsport Police Department
So far one now former Minneapolis Police Officer, Derek Chauvin, is facing charges of murder and manslaughter in the death of George Floyd on May 25th. Three other officers have been fired in connection with the incident.