Graves County Sheriff Office Responds to Wednesday Morning Injury Collision

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July 17, 2024 at approximately 5:45 AM, Kentucky State Police Post 1 Dispatch received a call of an injury collision near the 9 Mile Marker of the Purchase Parkway. Graves County Deputy Austin Ramage responded along with other first responders.

The preliminary investigation revealed Samuel Montgomery of Union City, TN, fell asleep behind the wheel. He struck a divider on the bridge and his vehicle rolled approximately four times before stopping on the bridge.

Mr. Montgomery was transported to Jackson Purchase Medical Center for minor injuries.

Graves Deputies were assisted by the Mayfield / Graves County EMS and the Water Valley Fire Department.