The Columbia Police Department responded to Parrott Avenue on Tuesday morning for a reported hit & run with property damage.

Upon arrival, severe damage was observed on storage units on Parrott Avenue. The vehicle involved was later located at a residence on the same street and the operator was taken into custody.

Wesley Curtis, 18, of Columbia has been charged with leaving the scene of an accident, criminal mischief 1st degree, unauthorized use of a vehicle and traffic offenses. Curtis was lodged in the Adair County Regional Jail.

Officer Trevor Foster made the arrest and was assisted by CPD Sgt Drew Conn.