ROSEBURG POLICE JAIL WOMAN FOR ALLEGEDLY ASSAULTING A PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER

January 2, 2026 9:30 a.m. 

Roseburg Police jailed a woman for allegedly assaulting a public safety officer on Thursday evening.

An RPD report said at approximately 7:50 p.m. officers were attempting to help the woman get into the women’s shelter but had been denied entry. The suspect, a 21-year-old allegedly became aggressive and attempted to punch officers twice, in the 1300 block of Northeast Stephens Street. Her punches were blocked by the officer. The woman then reportedly kicked an officer in the groin. She was taken into custody without incident. The woman was detained without bail.