BARTON COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on drug charges.

On Monday, the Barton County Sheriff’s Office along with assistance from Ellsworth County Sheriff’s Office K9 and the United States Postal Service executed a pair of search warrants in the city of Great Bend, according to Sheriff Brian Bellendir.

Deputies found and confiscated approximately $7500 worth of marijuana was that was being sent through the US mail.

They also arrested one person was arrested, according to Sheriff Brian Bellendir.

He did not release the name of the suspect or possible charges.