Charles Shirley, age 75 of Columbia, was traveling south on KY 55 in a 2005 GMC truck.
Shirley was slowing down for a red light when his vehicle was struck in the back by a 2015 Chevy Tahoe being operated by Brandy Hancock, age 40 of Greensburg.
Both occupants were wearing a seat belt.
Shirley was treated and released from TJ Health Columbia Hospital.
Trooper Forbis was assisted at the scene by Adair County EMS.