June 30, 2026 10:00 a.m. 

Deputies with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a disturbance and reported shots fired in the 2200 block of Colonial Road early Tuesday.

Undersheriff Brad O’Dell said just after 12:00 a.m. deputies responded to the location but determined that the residence was vacant. O’Dell said no individuals were found at the scene, however deputies observed multiple empty beer cans and other indications that a gathering had recently taken place.

O’Dell said a short time later, law enforcement was notified that three individuals were at CHI Mercy Medical Center on Northwest Stewart Parkway in Roseburg, seeking treatment for injuries sustained during the incident. The individuals were identified as Beto Cortez of Coos Bay, Christopher Bocanegra of North Bend, and Carlos Lopez of Roseburg. All three are 21 years old.

O’Dell said according to the victims, they learned about a party at the residence through social media and attended the gathering. During the event, Cortez was allegedly approached by a male who accused him of stealing. The confrontation escalated when the male reported swung at Cortez, resulting in a physical altercation between the two.

The victims reported that approximately 10 additional people then joined in the altercation. Bocanegra and Lopez said they attempted to intervene and separate Cortez from the group but were also reportedly assaulted by multiple individuals. After breaking free from the crowd, the three victims fled to their vehicle at which point multiple gun shots were heard.

O’Dell said the investigation into this incident remains active. Anyone was information regarding the disturbance or the individuals involved is encouraged to contact the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.