The collision occurred when a 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer car operated by 34 year old Heather Jimenez of Columbia was travelling north on KY61 and according to witness statements failed to stop at the traffic control device at intersection. Jimenez proceeded thru red light into the intersection where she struck 45 year old Dewayne Wilson of Nicholasville KY who was operating a 2013 Ford Focus traveling east on the Veterans Bypass.
The impact resulted in Wilson’s 2013 focus rolling over and coming back to rest on its upright position aprox 124 ft from the impact in intersection. Leaving Jimenez vehicle in the middle of intersection nearly causing additional collisions.
Heather Jimenez along with her passengers James Krapft 41 and Erasmo Jiminez 34 of Columbia were all treated on scene by Adair County EMS and transported to Westlake Region Hospital. Wilson was also treated at Westlake Regional Hospital.
The accident was investigated by CPD Ofc. Josh Brockman.
Agency’s responding in assistance. Adair County EMS, Adair County Sheriff’s Department, and Adair County Emergency Management.