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ROSEBURG, Ore. โ The Douglas County Sheriffโs Office is saddened to announce the passing of K9 Ozzy due to health complications.
Ozzy, an 8-year-old German Shepherd, was certified for duty on May 22, 2020, and faithfully served the Douglas County Sheriffโs Office and the citizens of Douglas County until his retirement on April 23, 2025.
After thoughtful consultation with the veterinarian on Friday, April 25, 2025, it was determined that it was in Ozzyโs best interest, as his quality of life had been steadily declining, and he was showing signs of significant deterioration, that he be put to rest.
Ozzy was partnered with Deputy Barden throughout his career, and together they formed a strong and effective team. Ozzyโs contributions to the Sheriffโs Office and Douglas County were substantial. During his career, Ozzy was deployed 354 times, participated in 34 public demonstrations, and was involved in 36 felony arrests and 17 misdemeanor arrests. He also assisted in 84 felony investigations and 27 misdemeanor cases. Ozzy was responsible for a total of 88 apprehensions and successfully completed 37 tracks.
On the night of April 12, 2022, Ozzyโs alertness and skill may very well have saved Deputy Bardenโs life. While assisting the Roseburg Police Department with clearing a business following a break-in, Ozzy detected a suspect hiding behind a desk on the second floor. Despite multiple warnings, the suspect remained hidden. Thanks to Ozzyโs alertness the suspect, armed with a loaded AR-15 style rifle, was taken into custody without incident. The suspect later admitted he had planned to shoot whoever tried to come after him but surrendered out of fear of being bitten by Ozzy. This incident stands as a powerful reminder of the risks our deputies and K9s face and the extraordinary bond and teamwork that keeps them safe.
K9 Ozzyโs reliability, drive, and determination made him an indispensable part of the team, and he played a vital role in keeping both his fellow deputies and the community safe.
โWeโve all experienced the loyalty of our canine family members. That same loyalty and bond between a well-trained police K9 and its handler is immeasurable,โ remarked Sheriff John Hanlin. โK9 Ozzy was a beloved officer of the Sheriffโs Office and will be greatly missed.โ
The Sheriffโs Office would like to express its sincere gratitude to all those who supported Ozzy and our K9 program over the years. The generosity and encouragement of the community are crucial to the continued success of our K9 teams.
Anyone wishing to make a tax-deductible donation in Ozzyโs memory may do so by mailing it to:
Friends of UV K9 Programs
PO Box 213
Roseburg, OR 97470
Checks should be made payable to Friends of UV K9 Programs with โK9 Ozzyโ in the memo line.Photos from Douglas County Sheriff's Office's post
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04/29/2025
YONCALLA, Ore. โ The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is seeking the publicโs assistance in locating a 69-year-old Yoncalla man missing since early Saturday, April 26th, 2025.
Lyndon Cullison reportedly left his home in a Silver 2002 Hyundai Accent 2D with Oregon license plates displaying CA14077. The wheels on the passenger side of his vehicle are teal while the wheels on the driverโs side are silver.
He may have been planning to go shopping, possibly in Cottage Grove or Roseburg. He frequently uses the freeway to travel. Cullison hasnโt returned home.
Family members report he has recently been displaying symptoms of dementia.
Cullison is a white male, about 6 feet tall and about 180 pounds. His is balding. When he left, he was possibly wearing a blue hat, blue jacket and tan shorts.
If anyone has information regarding Cullison, please contact the Douglas County Sheriffโs Office at 541-440-4471 or email [email protected] and reference case 25-1461.
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04/28/2025
This past Saturday, we celebrated K9 Erosโ 6th birthday! Eros is a key part of our teamโwhether heโs tracking suspects, finding evidence, or helping keep our deputies safe. Heโs a hardworking partner, and weโre glad we got the chance to give him a well-earned break (and a few treats). Happy Birthday, Eros! ๐พPhotos from Douglas County Sheriff's Office's post
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04/21/2025
We stand in solidarity broken hearted with the families, friends, UCC campus, our community and the first responders who have been impacted by this terrible incident.
We stand in solidarity broken hearted with the families friends UCC campus our community a...
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04/19/2025
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This week, we recognize the outstanding work of our two Animal Control Deputies during Animal Control Appreciation Week. Their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to the safety and well-being of both animals and the community do not go unnoticed.
We are grateful for their continued service and the vital role they play in protecting public health and ensuring humane treatment of animals.
Deputies Kirk and Dowdy - Thank you for your hard work and dedication!
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04/16/2025
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April 15, 2025
I spoke with Jennifer Bragg, the Yoncalla City Administrator, this afternoon.
Last night, the Sergeant for the North County Patrol Office was informed by the City Manager that the City Council had voted not to renew the contract. This statement, along with later conversations about how many more city council meetings the Sergeant would need to attend and the fact that deputies wouldnโt be handling certain duties anymore, gave the Sergeant the impressionโbased on what the City Manager saidโthat the enhanced police services contract was ending on June 30, 2025. No further clarification was provided to the Sergeant.
Today, however, the City Manager has since clarified with me that this was not the direction given to her by the Council. The City Manager indicated to me that she will accept responsibility for this apparent misunderstanding.
The previous Facebook post was not intended to demean or humiliate the Mayor, City Council or the City Manager of Yoncalla, nor was it intended to cause fear amongst the city residents. It was simply shared with the purpose of sharing valuable information with those affected.
I am encouraged to hear that the contract is still under consideration and encourage open communication and community involvement. I look forward to speaking with the City Council and answering any questions they may have and continuing our partnership with the City of Yoncalla.
Respectfully,
John W. Hanlin, Sheriff
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04/15/2025
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April 15, 2025
Residents and Business Owners of Yoncalla,
Iโm writing today with disappointment and concern following the City Councilโs decision last night (April 14, 2025), to end the enhanced police services contract with the Douglas County Sheriffโs Office.
I understand that city leadership is tasked with the difficult job of allocating limited resources just as the county is. These are not easy decisions. ๐๐ฎ๐ญ ๐ ๐๐ข๐ซ๐ฆ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ฏ๐ โ ๐๐ง๐ ๐ ๐ค๐ง๐จ๐ฐ ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ฒ ๐จ๐ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ ๐๐จ ๐๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐๐ฅ๐ฅ โ ๐ญ๐ก๐๐ญ ๐ฉ๐ฎ๐๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ฌ๐๐๐๐ญ๐ฒ ๐ฌ๐ก๐จ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐ฐ๐๐ฒ๐ฌ ๐ซ๐๐ฆ๐๐ข๐ง ๐จ๐ง๐ ๐จ๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐ก๐ข๐ ๐ก๐๐ฌ๐ญ ๐ฉ๐ซ๐ข๐จ๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐๐ฌ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐ง๐ฒ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ. ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ญ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฉ๐๐จ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐, ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐ญ๐ฒ, ๐๐ง๐ ๐ฆ๐๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฉ๐๐๐๐ ๐ฌ๐ก๐จ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ ๐ง๐๐ฏ๐๐ซ ๐๐ ๐ฌ๐๐๐ง ๐๐ฌ ๐จ๐ฉ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ ๐จ๐ซ ๐ฌ๐๐๐จ๐ง๐๐๐ซ๐ฒ.
Ending this contract means stepping away from a level of law enforcement that has provided consistent neighborhood patrols, services to schools, traffic enforcement, business checks, ordinance enforcement, and a regular presence that contributes not just to safety, but to a sense of stability and community. These are not small things โ they are the very services that help prevent crime, deter unwanted activity, and build trust between law enforcement and the people we serve.
The city has offered $50,000 for basic response to 911 calls, but at this time, that wonโt be necessary. Just as we do for unincorporated parts of the county, the Sheriffโs Office will continue to respond to emergencies within city limits. For non-emergency calls, however, residents may see a noticeable difference. Calls will be prioritized and handled as resources allow, and often without the direct, personal response many have come to expect.
I think it is important for the residents of the city to understand that the proposed FY26 contract included only a 4% increase โ just over $6,000 more than last year โ bringing the total to $140,314.39. That figure is still more than $21,000 less than what it costs the county to staff a single mid-step deputy. In return, the City of Yoncalla would have continued to receive 24/7 coverage, including all the enhanced services residents and businesses benefit from daily. This contract was never about a steep increase โ it was about continuing to invest in a level of protection and presence that we all know makes a difference.
I am also disappointed to share that I sent a letter to the City Manager outlining this information and offering to discuss the future of the enhanced police services contract. Unfortunately, I did not receive a response, nor was I invited to meet with the City Manager or City Council to talk through the details. Given the impact this decision has on public safety, I had hoped for a more collaborative and communicative approach.
In closing, I cannot help but feel it is a step backward. In times when public safety is becoming more complex, not less, this is not the moment to scale back. I truly hope the funds being saved through this decision will go toward initiatives that serve the community well โ but I remain firmly convinced that few investments are as foundational as public safety.
The men and women of the Douglas County Sheriffโs Office have been proud to serve Yoncalla through this partnership, and itโs been an honor to work with your city and serve all of you. If the City Governmentโs priorities shift in the future, the Sheriffโs Office is ready to discuss re-establishing this agreement with your elected and appointed city officials. Until then, we remain committed to responding to emergencies and doing our best with the resources available.
Respectfully,
John W. Hanlin, SheriffPhotos from Douglas County Sheriff's Office's post
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04/15/2025
NOW HIRING: PATROL & CORRECTIONS DEPUTIES
Step Up. Serve Boldly. Lead with Purpose.
Join a team where integrity, strength, and service go hand-in-hand. At the Douglas County Sheriff's Office, we're not just filling positionsโwe're building a new generation of guardians, and community leaders.
From the rugged Cascades to the breathtaking Pacific Coast, Douglas County, Oregon offers more than a jobโit offers a lifestyle. A place to raise your family, make a difference, and stand for something bigger than yourself.
Weโre calling on those with the courage to protect, the heart to serve, and the vision to lead. If you're ready to wear the badge with pride and be part of a team thatโs trusted, respected, and community-driven, this is your moment.
Why Douglas County?
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โ Ongoing training that builds strength, knowledge and skillsets
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This is more than a jobโitโs a calling.
Answer it. Apply today.
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04/15/2025
๐๐จ National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week ๐จ๐
This week, we honor the unseen heroes behind the scenes โ our dedicated dispatchers here at the Sheriff's Office.
They are the voices on the line during chaos, the first point of contact in an emergency, and the lifeline for our deputies, officers and first responders in the field. Their commitment to keeping our communities safe and supporting our responders is commendable.
To our dispatchers: thank you for your professionalism, compassion, and unwavering service. You are truly the heart of public safety.Photos from Douglas County Sheriff's Office's post
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