Ex-Sheriff Admits to Judge Shooting, Claims "No Control" Over Actions
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A former Kentucky sheriff has admitted to shooting a judge at a courthouse. He now plans to use an insanity defense at his trial.
The ex-lawman says he was experiencing an "extreme emotional disturbance" and psychotic episodes at the time. He claims he "had no control" over his actions, according to a report.
The shooting occurred at the Carter County Judicial Center in Grayson, Kentucky, in 2022. The judge survived the attack.
The suspect served as the elected sheriff of Carter County for over a decade. He resigned after his arrest.
His defense team has notified the court of the planned insanity plea. A psychiatric evaluation will be a key part of the upcoming legal proceedings.