On Sunday, September 14, 2025, the Adair County Sheriff's Office worked a 3-vehicle injury accident approximately 11 miles east of Columbia on Hwy 206. A 2005 Chevrolet pickup being driven by Aaron Wilkerson, 35, of Columbia, KY crossed the centerline and struck a 2012 Nissan pickup that was being driven by Jean McCormack, 59, of Tennessee. Wilkerson then struck a 2012 Dodge pickup that was being operated by Archie Burton, 75, of Columbia, KY.
Mr. Burton was taken to a Danville hospital by private vehicle. The other drivers were not injured.
Aaron Wilkerson was charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Wanton endangerment 2nd degree. He was lodged in the Adair County Regional Jail.
Deputy Josh Durbin is the investigating officer.
