The Columbia Police Department responded to a 2-vehicle injury accident on the Columbia Bypass at the Greensburg Street intersection on Saturday morning.
The accident occurred when a grey Chevy Captiva, operated by Ralph Foster of Columbia, KY crossed the intersection from HWY 61 and into the direction of travel of a red Ford Explorer, being driven by Melinda Cooney of Louisville, KY who was traveling north on the Bypass, according to witnesses.
After impact, both vehicles came to rest off the roadway on separate shoulders. Cooney, along with two passengers, were transported by Adair EMS to TJ Health Columbia for treatment of possible injuries. Ralph Foster and a female passenger were later taken by private vehicle to TJ Health to be checked out.
CPD Officer Adam Cravens investigated the accident. He was assisted on scene by Officer Drew Conn and Deputy Brandon Hitch. The Columbia-Adair Fire Department also responded to the scene.
