LA JUNTA, Colo. (KKTV) - The La Junta Police Department is searching for a suspect in connection with a shooting late Sunday night.

Police said they responded to the 100 Block of Carson Avenue just south of Highway 50 for a shots-fired report just before midnight.

Officers said one victim was found with a gunshot wound at the scene. The victim was taken to a hospital for their injuries.

Police say the suspect in this shooting has since been identified as 40-year-old Chezarary Chavez.

Chavez is wanted on a felony warrant, and as of Monday afternoon, police say he has not been found.

A photo of Chavez is attached at the bottom of this article.

Police say Chavez is considered to be armed and dangerous. If you see Chavez, do not contact him; instead, call 911 or the La Junta Police Depar

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