Kentucky sheriff accused of killing district judge – Washington Examiner
A Kentucky sheriff, Mickey Stines, has been accused of fatally shooting District Judge Kevin Mullins in Letcher County. The incident reportedly occurred in the judge’s chambers. Governor Andy Beshear confirmed Mullins’s death in a social media post, expressing sorrow over the violence and calling for a path towards healing. This tragic incident highlights the serious issues of violence and conflict within our communities, particularly when involving public officials. The reported fatal shooting of District Judge Kevin Mullins by Sheriff Mickey Stines in Letcher County is a shocking development. Governor Andy Beshear’s expression of sorrow underscores the gravity of the situation and the impact it has on the community and the state as a whole. As investigations unfold, it will be important for the community to seek healing and support one another during this difficult time. The legal ramifications and the circumstances surrounding the incident will also be closely scrutinized.
Kentucky sheriff accused of killing district judge
A Kentucky sheriff was accused of fatally shooting a district judge in Letcher County on Thursday.
Letcher County Sheriff Mickey Stines allegedly shot District Judge Kevin Mullins in his chambers. Gov. Andy Beshear (D-KY) confirmed Mullins’s death in a post on X.
“Sadly, I have been informed that a district judge in Letcher County was shot and killed in his chambers this afternoon,” he said. “There is far too much violence in this world, and I pray there is a path to a better tomorrow.”
Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman vowed to “pursue justice” in the case.
“Following the deadly shooting in Letcher County, our Office will collaborate with Commonwealth’s Attorney for the 27th Judicial Circuit Jackie Steele as special prosecutors in this case,” Coleman said.
“We will fully investigate and pursue justice,” he added.
Stines allegedly walked into the judge’s office and asked to speak with him alone, according to the Mountain Eagle. After the office door was shut, those outside heard shots, and police came to the scene. Stines was arrested after he surrendered to police.
Mullins was appointed to his position by former Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear in 2009 and served as assistant commonwealth attorney for nearly 10 years before that.
Voters elected Stines as sheriff of Letcher County in 2018 and reelected him in 2022. Letcher County is in eastern Kentucky on the state’s border with Virginia.
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