Columbia Police responded with Adair EMS on Thursday night, July 6, 2023 after a report of a potential overdose at the Adair County Regional Jail.

Upon arrival, responding units were informed that Deputy Jailers had administered Narcan on two female inmates. The inmates, as well as another third female inmate, were transported to TJ Health Columbia by Adair EMS for treatment and observation. 

After subsequent investigation, Crystal Ashcraft, 43, has been charged with two counts of wanton endangerment, possession of a controlled substance (heroin), and promoting contraband. Ashcraft was previously booked into the Adair Regional Jail as a Cumberland County inmate on drug charges.

Officer Elliot Smith is the investigating officer. He was assisted by Sgt Drew Conn, Adair County Sheriff’s Office, Adair Regional Jail Staff, and Adair EMS.