Surveillance footage shows Sheriff Shawn "Mickey" Stines exchanging cell phones with Judge Kevin Mullins moments before fatally shooting Mullins in his Whitesburg, Kentucky, court chambers. Stines' attorney shared a motive for the shooting, which was related to a civil lawsuit and alleged threats towards Stines' family.
Key Points
Surveillance footage shows interactions between Sheriff Stines and Judge Mullins
Phone exchange and alleged threats towards Stines' family are key motives
Civil lawsuit and pressure from peers contribute to the events
Pros
Detailed account of events leading up to the shooting
Insight from body language expert and attorneys
Cons
Tragic incident resulting in loss of life
Involves serious criminal charges and legal proceedings