Court Documents Reveal Why Ex-Kentucky Sheriff Called Daughter Before Shooting Judge

Court documents reveal why ex-Kentucky sheriff called daughter before shooting judge

WHITESBURG, Ky. (FOX 56) — Multiple witnesses reportedly believe the former Letcher County sheriff was experiencing psychosis during the fatal shooting of Judge Kevin Mullins almost a year ago. Shots rang out inside the Letcher County courthouse on Sept. 19, 2024, killing the 54-year-old district judge. Kentucky State Police said former sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines is the one who pulled the trigger. The entire exchange was captured by security …

Prosecutors seek venue change for murder trial involving ex-Kentucky sheriff

WHITESBURG, Ky. (FOX 56) — Prosecutors want the murder trial involving the former Letcher County sheriff to be moved to another county, according to a recent court filing. On Sept. 19, 2024, shots rang out inside the Letcher County courthouse, killing 54-year-old District Judge Kevin Mullins. Kentucky State Police alleged that the former sheriff, Shawn "Mickey" Stines, is the one who pulled the trigger. Kentucky sheriff reportedly shoots ju…