The Columbia Police Department initiated a traffic stop on Greensburg Street on Tuesday night, January 14, 2025 just after 9:00pmCT. The operator fled on foot from his vehicle resulting in a brief foot pursuit before the individual was caught and taken into custody.

Corey Sheppard, 24, of Jamestown, KY had a total of six active felony warrants between Adair and Russell counties ranging from theft, probation violations, and wanton endangerment. He has now additionally been charged with fleeing and evading police (on foot) as well as traffic violations.

Officer Elliot Smith made the arrest. He was assisted in apprehension by multiple officers from the Columbia Police Department and the Adair County Sheriff’s Office.