Columbia Police responded to a theft complaint from Walmart in Columbia onThursday night, February 22, 2024. The caller stated that the subjects had taken merchandise and threatened an employee before leaving the property. Officers located a vehicle matching the description given, leaving Speedway and getting on the Cumberland Parkway. The vehicle attempted to elude CPD Officers.
The operator attempted a make a u-turn on the Parkway with the vehicle becoming stuck. That's when two male subjects were taken into custody without incident. Also in the vehicle was a 17 year old and a 2 year old passenger.
Shelby Ronald, 26, of Lexington has been charged with robbery 1st degree, fleeing and evading police, and wanton endangerment. Kyle Hooten, 26, also of Lexington has been charged with theft by unlawful taking over $500 and fleeing and evading police.
Sgt Justin Cross and Officer Bradley Bates made the arrests. They were assisted by the Adair County Sheriff’s Office and Kentucky State Police. The juveniles were released to a family member.
