GREAT BEND – Law enforcement authorities in Barton County are searching for a wanted suspect.

Great Bend Police reported that on Tuesday the Department’s “Warrant Task Force” was deployed and made a total of ten arrests. During one of these arrests, officers located methamphetamine on one suspect.

When the officers arrived at another location, suspect, Eric Duerkson fled on foot. Officers have not been able to locate him.

Anyone with information regarding Mr. Duerkson’s location is encouraged to contact Barton County Emergency Dispatch.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you may also contact Crimestoppers at 792-1300. Crimestoppers is a service that allows you to remain anonymous, and you may also be eligible for a cash reward if your tip leads to an arrest.

The Warrant Task Force is a Great Bend Police Department program, which utilizes officers (in addition to the regular patrol force) to search for wanted individuals.

Tuesday night, deputies from the Barton County Sheriff’s Office and the Police Department’s newest member, Officer “Laser” joined the search. Laser is the department’s new drug detecting German shepherd.