Former Sheriff Indicted for Judge's Murder

Former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn 'Mickey' Stines has been indicted for the murder of District Judge Kevin Mullins, who he shot in his courthouse office on September 19. The shooting, which occurred during an argument, was captured on video showing Stines shooting Mullins multiple times after the judge attempted to defend himself. Stines, 43, turned himself in and has been held in jail since the incident, with the indictment announced by Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman. An arraignment is set for November 25, following the grand jury's decision. This tragic event has shaken the local community, raising questions about the motives behind the confrontation, which remain unclear. Meanwhile, the Letcher County prosecutor has recused himself from the case due to personal connections with both men involved.