Kentucky State Police Investigates a Deadly Shooting Incident in Adair County

COLUMBIA, Ky. (January 14, 2026) – Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred Tuesday afternoon in Adair County. 

On January 13, 2026, at 3:02 P.M. CST, KSP Post 15 Troopers responded with the Adair County Sheriff’s Office to a report of a shooting incident.  Troopers and Detectives arrived at a residence on KY 55 South and found Jordan Hadley, 33, of Columbia, seriously injured from an apparent gunshot wound.  Jordan was transported to the TJ Sampson Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by the Adair County Coroner.

The preliminary investigation revealed that Jordan Hadley and his father, Phillip Bruce Hadley, were involved in a heated altercation.  During the course of the incident, Phillip drew a handgun from his waist and discharged it, striking Jordan and causing fatal injuries.

Phillip Bruce Hadley, 56, of Columbia, was arrested and charged with Murder.  He was lodged in the Adair County Detention Center.

KSP Post 15 was assisted by the Adair County Sheriff’s Office, Columbia Police Department, Adair County EMS, and the Adair County Coroner’s Office.  Detective BJ Burton is conducting the investigation.

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