Kentucky Sheriff Accused of Brutally Slaying Judge After Argument Inside Courthouse

Kentucky State Police said District Judge Kevin Mullins, 54, was shot and killed by Letcher County Sheriff Shawn M. “Mickey” Stines, 43, after the two had an argument inside the courthouse. (Credit: Letcher County Government)

A Kentucky sheriff has been arrested after he allegedly shot and killed a judge in his courtroom, state police said.

Kentucky State Police said they received a 9-1-1 call Thursday from the Letcher County Courthouse, where emergency responders found District Judge Kevin Mullins, 54, with multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency medical services tried to administer lifesaving measures, but they were unsuccessful and Mullins was pronounced dead at the scene.