On Monday, February 16, 2026, the Adair County Sheriff's Office worked an accident at the intersection of Burkesville Rd. and Hughes Rd.
Brandon Hunt, 42, of Columbia, KY was operating a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox and attempted to make a left turn from Burkesville Rd. onto Hughes Rd. and turned into the path of a 1990 Peterbilt semi, being driven by David Nelson, 38, of Tennessee. After colliding with the Equinox, the Semi left the roadway and came to rest in a ditch.
Mr. Hunt was taken by private vehicle to seek medical treatment; Mr. Nelson was not injured.
The accident is being investigated by Sheriff Gary Roy. He was assisted on scene by Adair County Emergency Management and the State Highway Department.
