A preliminary investigation determined a 2007 Lincoin MKZ traveling North operated by Ashley Bunch, 33, of Jamestown KY. Bunch left the right hand shoulder of the roadway and struck a earth embankment. The vehicle then over turned and struck a guardrail, upon striking the guardrail the vehicle slid on its side into a Kentucky Transportation Cabinet electronic sign and trailer. Weather conditions on the roadway surface was a determining factor.
Bunch was transported by Adair County EMS to T.J Health Columbia and later transported to University of Kentucky hospital for her injuries.
Adair County Sheriff’s Office was assisted on scene by Adair County EMS and Columbia/Adair Fire department.
Sheriff Josh Brockman
Adair County Sheriff’s Office