On Sunday, April 16, 2023 at 12:28amCT (just after midnight), Adair County Sheriffs Deputy Josh Durbin observed a truck traveling 94 miles per hour on Burkesville Rd. Deputy Durbin made a turn and attempted a traffic stop, but the vehicle continued on. Emergency equipment was activated and the pursuit ensued onto Edmonton Rd, Bliss Rd, Jones Chapel Rd and back onto KY 61 south where it was brought to an end.
Hayden Loy, 18, was arrested and lodged in the Adair County Regional Jail on the following charges:
- Speeding 26 mph over the limit
- operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol (Under 21 years old) &
- fleeing and evading police.
The Sheriffs Office is continuing the investigation.
