BARTON COUNTY – Law enforcement authorities in Barton County are investigating a shooting and searching for a suspect.

Just after 9 p.m. on Sunday, officers from the Great Bend Police Department responded to the area of the 300 block of Fruit Street in reference to a disturbance, according to a media release.

Upon arrival, officers located a 36-year old man named Walter Vasquez who had a gunshot wound to his left arm.

During the course of the investigation, officers learned that the gunshot wound was sustained during the course of an argument.

Great Bend Fire/EMS transported Vasquez to Great Bend Regional Hospital.

Officers are currently searching for Ever Olivas, who is believed to be the shooter.

Police indicated anyone with information on Olivas should contact the Great Bend Police Department at 620-793-4120. If you want to stay anonymous, you can call the Crimestoppers hotline at 620-792-1300.