Burkesville, Ky. (May 27, 2019) – KSP Sgt. Adam Likins is investigating a 2-vehicle fatal collision that occurred on Saturday night, May 25, at approximately11:08pmCT, 6 miles east of Burkesville on KY 90. Preliminary investigations indicate that Christian Parrish, 28, of Burkesville, KY was operating a 2000 Ford eastbound on KY 90 when he crossed into the oncoming westbound lane striking 2012 Nissan, operated by 67-year-old Barbara Arms of Burkesville, head-on. Mrs. Arms and a passenger, 74-year-old Bobby Arms of Burkesville, KY were both pronounced deceased at the scene. Parrish was transported to Cumberland County Hospital where he was treated for minor injuries and released.
Christian Parrish was arrested and charged with DUI 1st and Failure to Wear Seatbelt. He was lodged in the Adair County Regional Jail.
Sgt. Likins was assisted at the scene by Cumberland County Fire, EMS and the Sheriffs Office.