Douglas Co. SO release - DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. - On Sunday, June 28, 2026, deputies with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office launched a criminal investigation into a report of juvenile sexual abuse spanning approximately 11 years.  The report indicated that 57-year-old John Michael Kilby Jr. of Roseburg, had engaged in forcible sexual intercourse and other sexual acts with a juvenile known to him. The conduct occurred while the victim was approximately age 7 through the age of 18.  As the investigation progressed, deputies developed probable cause to arrest Kilby. He was taken into custody without incident on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.  During an interview following his arrest, Kilby admitted to the allegations. He was subsequently lodged at the Douglas County Jail on the following charges:  Rape in the First Degree (24 counts); Sodomy in the First Degree (24 counts); Sexual Abuse in the First Degree (24 counts); Unlawful Sexual Penetration in the First Degree (24 counts); Incest (24 counts).  This case remains under investigation. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Douglas County Sheriff's Office at (541) 440-4471 referencing case #26-1998.