The Columbia Police Department responded to a fatality collision at the intersection of Burkesville Street and Veterans Memorial Bypass on Wednesday afternoon, October 5, 2022.

According to witnesses, the accident occurred when Sandra Dotson, 58, of Columbia, while operating a 1998 Ford Ranger southbound on Burkesville Street, continued through the intersection at a red traffic light and was struck by a 2015 Chevy Silverado operated by Jordan York, 31, of Greensburg, who was traveling westbound on the Bypass.

Dotson was airlifted directly from the scene. She was later pronounced deceased at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville. A 15-year-old male passenger was taken by Adair EMS to TJ Health Columbia where he was treated and released. It is believed Dotson may have suffered a medical event while driving prior to the collision.

Officer Adam Cravens is investigating the collision. He was assisted on scene by Officer Holly Necessary, Sheriff Josh Brockman and Deputy Brandon Hitch. Adair EMS, Kentucky State Police, and Columbia Fire Department also responded to the scene.