On Thursday, May 1, 2025, Columbia Police Officer Trent Williams while on routine patrol observed a wanted male subject on Greensburg Street. Officer Williams made verbal contact with the male, and at that time he fled on foot which led to a short foot pursuit.
Richard A. Sparks, 45, of Columbia was arrested for two outstanding Adair Circuit Court bench warrants while additionally being charged with Fleeing or Evading Police, 1st Degree (On Foot).
Officer Williams was assisted on scene by Columbia Police Sergeant Trevor Foster and Adair County Deputy Sheriff Derek Padgett.
