August 17, 2022 4:10 a.m.

A transient was jailed after allegedly assaulting a Roseburg Police officer on Monday.

An RPD report said at 2:40 p.m. an officer contacted 39-year old Andrew Atterbury near the downtown parking garage on Southeast Rose Street. Atterbury was allegedly throwing punches in the air and screaming at people. He also reportedly tried to attack an older male pedestrian. When the officer tried to approach him, Atterbury allegedly ran and barricaded himself in a nearby motel room, where tenants were still inside.

When the officer gained entry into the room, Atterbury allegedly fled to the bathroom where he once again barricaded himself. The report said the officer sustained a foot injury when the transient slammed the bathroom door on him. While apprehending Atterbury, he reportedly bit the officer’s finger, causing injury.

Atterbury was charged with assault on a public safety officer, resisting arrest, second-degree disorderly conduct, and first-degree trespass. After arraignment Tuesday, bail was set at $12,000.