Roseburg man accused of firing at vehicles on Interstate 5, leading deputies on pursuit into Winston

A 57-year-old Roseburg man is facing multiple charges after authorities say he fired at passing vehicles on Interstate 5 before leading law enforcement on a pursuit into Winston Saturday night.

According to authorities, Oregon State Police and Douglas County Sheriff’s deputies responded after reports that a driver was shooting at vehicles along the freeway. Investigators say John Deptuch later told officers he had been using marijuana and believed other drivers were following him.

The pursuit continued south into Winston, where deputies were eventually able to stop Deptuch’s vehicle with a spike strip. He was taken into custody without further incident.

Authorities said one of the three drivers targeted during the incident reported that the back window of his truck had been shattered by gunfire. Investigators said the bullet came to rest just above the driver’s seat.

Deptuch was booked on nine charges, including attempted first-degree assault and driving under the influence of intoxicants.

Law enforcement also reported finding marijuana, cannabis concentrates commonly known as dabs, and a bong inside the vehicle.