On Tuesday, December 5, 2023, Adair County Sheriff Josh Brockman initiated an investigation after receiving a call that a large amount of diesel fuel had been stolen from a farm tank in northern Adair County.
After an investigation, Sheriff Brockman was able to identify the suspect and obtain warrants for his arrest. Chester Miller 33, of Columbia, KY was arrested on Thursday, December 7. 2023 and lodged in the Adair County Regional Jail for Theft by Unlawful Taking (over $500 & less than $1,000) and Criminal Trespassing 3rd Degree.
The Adair County Sheriffs Office is continuing the investigation.
