The Nebraska State Patrol, in conjunction with the Falls City Police Department and the Richardson County Sheriff’s Office, are searching for a suspect involved in an early morning shooting at a residence in Falls City.

Just before 1:00 a.m., the Falls City Police Department responded to a call of a shooting at 1418 Morton Street in Falls City.  Joseph Debella Jr., 31, of Falls City, suffered a gunshot wound. Debella was flown to Bryan Trauma Center West with critical injuries.

Investigators have identified a suspect and have issued an arrest warrant for Desiderio C. Hernandez, 34, Falls City. Hernandez is described as a Hispanic male, brown hair, brown eyes, 5’9”, and 175 lbs. He was last seen wearing a brown plaid shirt and brown shorts.

Law enforcement is searching for Hernandez who is believed to be on foot in the Falls City area.  He is not believed to be armed, but should be considered dangerous.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Desiderio C. Hernandez should call 911, or their local law enforcement agency.

The investigation into the shooting continues.