Man Arrested at Roseburg Park on Felony Warrant, Weapons Charges

Nicholas Daniel Artherholt had a felony warrant and prohibited weapons at Gaddis Park

Apr. 1, 2026 at 10:07pm by Ben Kaplan

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Police in Roseburg, Oregon arrested a 31-year-old man named Nicholas Daniel Artherholt at Gaddis Park on Tuesday. Artherholt had an outstanding felony warrant for a probation violation and was found in possession of a machete and a throwing star, which violated a city ordinance prohibiting weapons on city property.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in addressing both outstanding warrants and the presence of prohibited weapons in public spaces. Roseburg has seen an increase in property crime and violent incidents in recent years, prompting greater scrutiny of public safety measures.

The details

According to the police report, officers contacted Artherholt at Gaddis Park at 11:11 a.m. on March 31st. They confirmed he had an active felony warrant for a probation violation through the Douglas County Community Corrections department. In addition, Artherholt was found to be in possession of a machete and a throwing star, which are prohibited weapons under a city ordinance restricting weapons and tools on city property.

  • The incident occurred at 11:11 a.m. on March 31, 2026.
  • Artherholt had an outstanding felony warrant for a probation violation.

The players

Nicholas Daniel Artherholt

A 31-year-old Roseburg resident who was arrested at Gaddis Park on a felony warrant and weapons charges.

Roseburg Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the incident at Gaddis Park and arrested Artherholt.

Douglas County Community Corrections

The agency that had issued the felony warrant for Artherholt's arrest due to a probation violation.

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What they’re saying

“We must remain vigilant in keeping our public spaces safe and free of prohibited weapons.”

— Chief Samantha Wilkins, Roseburg Police Chief

What’s next

Artherholt will be arraigned in Douglas County Circuit Court on the felony warrant and city ordinance violation charges.

The takeaway

This arrest underscores the ongoing challenges Roseburg faces in balancing public safety, law enforcement efforts, and the presence of prohibited items in community spaces. It serves as a reminder of the need for continued vigilance and collaboration between the police, courts, and local residents.