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Kentucky Sheriff Shoots and Kills Judge in Courthouse Chambers
A small, close-knit community in southeastern Kentucky is grappling with the aftermath of the arrest of their sheriff, who is accused of fatally shooting a prominent district judge in his chambers on Thursday. This incident has led residents to question the motivations behind the shooting and has raised concerns regarding the adequacy of security measures at the courthouse.Letcher County Sheriff Shawn M. Stines, 43, who was tasked with ensuring the safety of judges, allegedly shot District Judge Kevin Mullins, 54, at the courthouse in Whitesburg, as reported by the Kentucky State…
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