Around 1:00amCT this morning (Monday), Adair County Sheriffs K-9 Deputy Josh Durbin observed a vehicle heading westbound on the LBN Cumberland Parkway at a high rate of speed. Deputy Durbin locked speed by radar at 123 mph. He activated his lights and sirens and attempted to initiate a traffic stop, however the vehicle (a 2014 Kia), continued on in an attempt to elude the Deputy.
The vehicle tried to exit the Parkway at the 49mm at a high rate of speed. The driver then lost control of the auto, striking an earth embankment in front of the Kentucky State Police Post and continuing on through the KSP fence. The vehicle came to rest approximately 11 feet from the KSP Post building.
The driver was identified as 24-year-old Rachael Lundy of Burkesville, KY. She was arrested by Deputy Durbin and lodged in the Adair County Regional Jail on the following charges:
The Adair County Sheriffs Office was assisted by Columbia Police Officer Adam Cravens along with KSP Trooper Allan Shirley and Sgt. Adam Likens.
- Fleeing/Evading Police 1st Degree
- Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol, 1st offense (aggravated circumstances)
- Speeding 26+ mph over limit
- Reckless Driving
- Tampering with Physical Evidence &
- Possession of Open Alcoholic Container in vehicle
The Adair County Sheriffs Office was assisted by Columbia Police Officer Adam Cravens along with KSP Trooper Allan Shirley and Sgt. Adam Likens.
