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Barton Co. deputy collides with semi while responding to a call

PoliceGREAT BEND – Law enforcement authorities in Barton County are investigating an accident involving a Sheriff’s Deputy just after 10:30a.m. on Tuesday.

The Barton County Sheriff’s office reported a deputy was traveling south on Main Street responding to report of a fight in progress outside of town.

The vehicle, with lights and siren on, attempted to proceed through the intersection at 10th Street and struck a westbound semi.

The deputy and semi driver were not injured.

The Great Bend Police Department is in charge of the investigation, according to a media release from the Barton County Sheriff.

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