Columbia, KY – The Columbia Police Department reports that a theft complaint filed on August 18, 2025 by Adair County Regional Jailer Buddy Powell has led to the arrest of two Columbia residents.
Misty M. Shover, 46, and Montie D. Shover, 55, both formerly employed at the Adair County Regional Jail, have been charged with the following offenses:
•Theft by Unlawful Taking or Disposition, $1,000 < $10,000
•Tampering with Physical Evidence and
•Official Misconduct, 1st Degree.
They were lodged in the Taylor County Detention Center.
On Tuesday, September 23, 2025, Adair County Chief Deputy Brandon Hitch and Deputy Joshua Durbin served the indictment warrants on the couple. Bond for each was set at $10,000 cash.
Columbia Chief of Police Evan Burton is the investigating officer.
Inmate: Montie Shover
Inmate: Misty Shover
