A 56‑year‑old Kentucky man, Phillip Hadley, has been charged with murder in connection with the death of his 33‑year‑old son, Jordan Hadley. The charge stems from a shooting that happened on Tuesday afternoon at a residence on Kentucky Route 55, where the younger Hadley was fatally wounded.
What Happened
- Around 3 p.m., Phillip and Jordan Hadley were in the backyard of the home belonging to Phillip’s mother.
- According to the Kentucky State Police, the two men were involved in a “heated altercation.”
- Local reporting indicates this fight may have been part of an ongoing dispute, though officials have not shared specific details about its cause.
- During the confrontation, the father said his son pushed him twice and then warned, “This is going to end today.”
- As Jordan Hadley reportedly moved toward him again, Phillip Hadley allegedly drew a .40‑caliber handgun and shot his son.
After the Shooting
- Police and Adair County deputies were called to the scene following reports of a shooting.
- First responders found Jordan Hadley suffering from a serious gunshot wound.
- He was taken to a nearby hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
- Phillip Hadley was arrested at the scene and taken to the Adair County Detention Center.
What the Father Told Police
Phillip told investigators that he did not see a weapon on his son at the time of the shooting. He said he believed his son might have been reaching for a gun, which he says prompted his decision to fire.
The defendant’s mother reportedly witnessed the shooting.
Legal Proceedings
Phillip Hadley was scheduled to be arraigned in court on Wednesday morning on the murder charge. Additional court dates and legal details have not yet been released.
Location Reference
The incident happened in Columbia, Kentucky, a city in central Kentucky about 100 miles south of Louisville.
