BARTON COUNTY- Law enforcement authorities in Barton County are investigating a report of a bullet entering a man’s windshield.

On Saturday, Barton County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to the area near the diversion dam on the Arkansas River southwest of Great Bend, according to Sheriff Brian Bellendir.

A local resident was in the area in his pickup truck, when a bullet entered the windshield and exited through the back glass of the truck.

The subject stated he did not hear a gunshot and did not see anyone in the area.

Based on investigation, it is believed the shot was a stray round fired by someone hunting or target shooting.

The Sheriff’s Office strongly advised anyone discharging firearms, whether hunting or target shooting to exercise caution, observe basic firearms safety rules and always know where your bullet is going to stop.

Many large caliber rifle rounds are lethal for more than 2 miles.
Hunting and target shooting are popular sports. We all need to be responsible and enjoy this activity in a safe manner.