On Monday, September 4, Barton County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to 417 Southwest 10 Avenue in rural Barton County. The Sheriff’s Office was investigating a reported civil dispute.

During the course of the investigation, deputies discovered that a blue 1998 Ford Ranger pickup at the location was a stolen vehicle from Sedgwick County. Also while at the residence a small quantity of suspected methamphetamine was discovered and seized.

The incident is still under investigation by the Sheriff’s Office, a suspect has been identified and warrants will be sought from the District Court. Arrests are expected forthwith.