Man in Custody Following Stand-Off

Douglas Co. Sheriff's Office

TILLER, Ore. - On December 23, 2019, at 11:14 AM, Douglas County Sheriff's Office deputies attempted to make contact with 39 year-old Rodger Vince Royle at a residence in the 34000-block of Tiller Trail Highway regarding an arrest warrant. The deputies later made a radio transmission that a male subject had retrieved a rifle with a scope.

Deputies requested additional resources to the scene. Assistance was received from the Jackson County Sheriff's Office, Eagle Point Police Department, Myrtle Creek Police Department and Oregon State Police. Additionally, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Tactical Response Team and Jackson County SWAT Teams were dispatched.

Deputies attempted to negotiate with Royle, but received no response. Shortly before 3:00 pm, the Tactical Response Team deployed gas into the shed where Royle was located and still did not receive a response. Additional gas was deployed at which time Royle exited the building.

K9 Zoro was deployed and captured Royle until deputies took him into custody at approximately 3:16 pm. He was transported to the Douglas County Jail and lodged on the following charges:

• Felon in Possession of a Firearm
• Disorderly Conduct
• Escape 3rd Degree
• Resisting Arrest
• Menacing
• Multiple Arrest Warrants

Deputies located a firearm as well as ammunition after Royle was taken into custody.

ORIGINAL RELEASE 12/23/2019 14:12

TILLER, Ore. - On December 23, 2019, at approximately 11:14 AM, Douglas County Sheriff's Office deputies attempted to make contact with an individual at a residence in the 34000-block of Tiller Trail Highway regarding an arrest warrant. The deputies later made a radio transmission that a male subject had retrieved a rifle with a scope. 

At this time, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office is being assisted by the Jackson County Sheriff's Office, Myrtle Creek Police Department and Oregon State Police. 

This is an active incident and nearby residents are asked to remain inside their homes or a safe location and to avoid the area.

All media inquiries should be directed to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. An update will be sent at a later time.