Kentucky judge shot dead by sheriff in his office was allegedly running it 'like a brothel' and was seen having sex with a 'girl' there, according to a witness' statement to police.
Key Points
Judge Kevin Mullins was allegedly seen having sex in his office with an unidentified female before being shot and killed by Sheriff Shawn Stines.
Sheriff Stines had a history of misconduct and coercion, including using his position to extort sex from women.
The shooting occurred in the judge's chambers at Letcher County Circuit Court in Kentucky.
No motive for the killing has been given, but Stines pleaded not guilty to murder, claiming it was a crime of passion.