District Judge Dead After Being Shot in Chambers by Kentucky Sheriff

( Breitbart )

Letcher County Sheriff Shawn M. Stines allegedly shot and killed District Judge Kevin Mullins in his chambers sometime before 3:00 p.m. Thursday.

CNN reported that 43-year-old Stines allegedly shot 54-year-old Mitchell numerous times following an argument. First responders attempted life-saving measures without success.

Stines surrendered to authorities, was arrested without incident, and is cooperating with investigators.

Kentucky State Police Trooper Matt Gayheart said, “This community is small in nature, and we’re all shook.”

WKYT noted that “Stines has been charged with one count of first-degree murder.”

No indication yet on what led to the argument that exploded into violence.