On Sunday, April 27, 2025 the Columbia Police Department responded to an attempted vehicle theft on North Highway 55. The male suspect, identified as 31-year-old Jonathan Gaskins of Columbia, was located approximately 6 miles south of Columbia on Highway 61. 

Gaskins was arrested and charged with TBUT (Auto) and Criminal Mischief 1st degree, both Class D felonies.

Lieutenant Justin Cross was the arresting officer. He was assisted by the Adair County Sheriff’s Office.