The Columbia Police Department responded to a two vehicle collision on Friday, September 23, 2022 at the intersection of Burkesville Street and Veterans Memorial Bypass.
After speaking with witnesses on scene, the accident appears to have occurred when Mark Burton, 52, of Summershade, who was operating a Chevy Silverado pulling a camper trailer, was making a left turn onto the Bypass westbound, while under a caution arrow. Simon Coblentz, 18, of Columbia was driving southbound on Burksville Street in a Dodge Charger and impact was made before Burton had completed the turn.
Adair EMS and the Columbia Fire Department also responded to the scene. Coblentz waived treatment by EMS but was later taken to TJ Health by private vehicle.
Officer Joey Keith was the investigating Officer. He was assisted by Assistant Chief Charles Greer and Chief Jr Murphy.
