July 2, 2026 4:20 a.m. 

A criminal investigation has resulted in the arrest of a Roseburg man who is now held on 120 rape and sexual abuse charges.

Undersheriff Brad O’Dell of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office said the investigation began on Sunday, June 28th. O’Dell said a report claimed that juvenile sexual abuse had spanned approximately 11 years.

The report indicated that 57-year-old John Michael Kilby Jr. had engaged in forcible sexual intercourse and other sexual acts with a juvenile known to him. The conduct allegedly occurred while the victim was approximately age 7 through the age of 18.

O’Dell said as the investigation progressed, deputies developed probable cause to arrest Kilby. He was taken into custody on Wednesday, July 1st.

O’Dell said during an interview following his arrest, Kilby admitted to the allegations. He was subsequently detained in the Douglas County Jail on 24 counts each of:

*Rape in the First Degree

*Sodomy in the First Degree

*Sexual Abuse in the First Degree

*Unlawful Sexual Penetration in the First Degree

*Incest

Kilby is detained without bail.

O’Dell said the case remains under investigation. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office at 440-4471.