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Cincinnati Man Charged with Murdering Deputy Amid Tragedy

5/6/2025

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Hinton Charged Murder

Rodney Hinton Jr. has been charged with aggravated murder after allegedly striking and killing a deputy in Cincinnati, a tragic incident tied to the recent police shooting of his son, Ryan Hinton. The police chief confirmed the connection, as the deputy was managing traffic during graduation events when the fatal collision occurred, leading to an active investigation.

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Stines Accused Murder

In a shocking turn of events, former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn "Mickey" Stines is accused of murdering Judge Kevin Mullins following a private discussion in the judge's chambers on September 19, 2024. Stines' attorney argues that his client, gripped by paranoia over threats to his family tied to a civil lawsuit, will pursue an insanity defense as he faces first-degree murder charges.

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Hinton Charged Murder

Rodney Hinton Jr. has been charged with aggravated murder after allegedly striking and killing a deputy in Cincinnati, a tragic incident tied to the recent police shooting of his son, Ryan Hinton. The police chief confirmed the connection, as the deputy was managing traffic during graduation events when the fatal collision occurred, leading to an active investigation.

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