A standoff in Barton County came to a deadly end Tuesday evening. It happened in  Olmitz, just west of Hoisington.

The town has a population of 114, and neighbors say they were shocked by the incident. Residents say police asked them to stay inside their homes during the ordeal.

It is not yet known what instigated the standoff. When officers entered the house, they found the suspect dead from self-inflicted wounds.

The Barton County Sheriff’s Department is leading the investigation, and has yet to release more information. Eagle Radio will keep you updated, as more details are released.