Columbia Man Arrested On Two Outstanding Circuit Court Bench Warrants, Charged With Fleeing/Evading Police

On Thursday, May 1st, 2025, Columbia Police Officer Trent Williams, while on routine patrol, observed a wanted male subject on Greensburg Street.

Officer Williams made verbal contact with the male subject, at that time the male subject fled on foot which led to a short foot pursuit.

Richard A. Sparks, 45, of Columbia was arrested for two outstanding Circuit Court bench warrants, while additionally being charged with Fleeing or Evading Police, 1st Degree (On Foot).

Officer Williams was assisted on scene by Columbia Police Sergeant Trevor Foster and Adair County Sheriff Deputy Derek Padgett.

(Kila Kean, Secretary – Columbia Police Department)