Letcher County, KY Sheriff arrested in shooting death of District Judge (4 Viewers)

Sheriff Mickey Stines was arrested after surrendering himself to police. The shooting occurred in the judge’s chambers about 3 p.m. this afternoon (September 19).
Stines allegedly walked into the judge’s outer office, told court employees and others gathered there that he needed to speak with District Judge Kevin D. Mullins alone. The two then went into the inner office, closed the door and those outside heard shots. Stines walked out with his hands up and surrendered to police.

Court employees were on the sidewalk outside the courthouse in shock following the shooting. Stines was handcuffed in the foyer of the courthouse. Officials expected the investigation to continue for several more hours.

Sheriff arrested in shooting death of District Judge - The Mountain Eagle

Kentucky State Police and Letcher County Coroner Perry Fowler were still at the Letcher County Courthouse at 5 p.m. today investigating the shooting death of Letcher District Judge Kevin D. Mullins, apparently by the Letcher County Sheriff. Officials say Sheriff Mickey Stines was arrested after...

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[Kimster]

I watched a video of her videos last week. She seems mature for her age and was just matter of fact in them, not over the top, not over emotional. SHe really did not shed any insight on the case and would not talk of that and I'm sure she's been advised not to most likely. SHe does urge people to come forward, not to LE but I believe it was a PI about corruption or things they may know or experienced in this area...

I watched one, too. I hope people quit spreading rumors about her. That was a rumor early on that has been debunked.

 

[GrandmaBear]

I watched one, too. I hope people quit spreading rumors about her. That was a rumor early on that has been debunked.

Yes, I liked her overall and the way she handled herself. I think it should be dropped too although I can't deny I wonder why the judge would have her number and why she answered his call made by her dad on his phone I mean, but not her dad's.. There could be many an explanation other than the one jumped to though.