Hillbilly Crime Investigates

This episode of Hillbilly Crime dives deep into the federal indictment of Tim Robinson , the founder and CEO of Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) , on wire fraud and money laundering charges. While these charges focus on employee retention tax credits, the show questions why they appear so narrow given the years of Medicaid fraud allegations, FBI investigations, and reports from former employees. Key...

In this episode of Hillbilly Crime Investigates, the host, Elizabeth, conducts an in-depth review of the case file regarding the fatal officer-involved shooting of Doug Harless in Laurel County, Kentucky. The episode focuses on discrepancies within the official record and the host's attempt to reconstruct events based on primary documents (4:51 - 6:02). Key Receipts and Findings: The Radiator...

This video from Hillbilly Crime explores the legal and social aftermath of the shooting of Judge Kevin Mullins in his Letcher County chambers by Mickey Stines . The host examines why the civil case related to the courthouse scandal—which has now settled—is being treated so differently by opposing legal teams (4:18-7:04). Key Themes & Legal Perspectives: Civil Defense Theory: The civil defense...

This video, from the Hillbilly Crime series, explores the tragic death of a lineman and the broader, often dangerous, realities of the utility industry in Kentucky and across the United States. Key themes include: Workplace Safety & Accountability:  The host questions the lack of transparency surrounding the death of  Jonathan Brown , a  West Liberty  man killed by contact with live power line...

This video from Hillbilly Crime examines a 2001 Appalachian Media Institute documentary titled Without a Cause: Sickness in the Community of Eolia, Kentucky . The episode centers on the residents of Eolia who have long believed that environmental issues—linked to abandoned coal mines, slate dumps, and water quality—are responsible for high rates of cancer, lupus , multiple sclerosis , and other im...

At Kentucky’s nuclear public comment meeting, Ken Shapiro spoke as a retired Kentuckian living on a fixed income. His warning was not just about nuclear technology. It was about who carries the financial risk. He told the Public Service Commission that ratepayers are facing rising costs, corporate utility power, and political pressure that can tilt the scales against ordinary people. He pointed to...

At Kentucky’s nuclear public comment meeting, Dr. Justin Mog from the University of Louisville challenged the idea that nuclear power is the obvious path forward. He pointed to energy efficiency, geothermal, local solar, and renewables as options Kentucky still has not fully used. He also questioned the “zero carbon” label often attached to nuclear, arguing that the full life cycle matters, from m...

At Kentucky’s nuclear public comment meeting, Sarah Lynn Cunningham brought something different to the microphone: lived experience. She said she worked on the Ohio River Basin Energy Study back in the late 1970s, looking at how electricity was generated and moved through this whole region. And what did she say stood out? Kentucky and West Virginia carried the burden. Other places got the power. T...

This video, created by Hillbilly Crime , addresses the concerns of residents in Eastern Kentucky regarding rising electricity rates and the potential impact of new large-scale energy projects, specifically data centers. The discussion explores whether these projects truly benefit the local community or if they are just another example of Appalachia being exploited. Key themes and discussions inclu...

This video from Hillbilly Crime (Elizabeth) focuses on a city council meeting in London, Kentucky , specifically highlighting public comments regarding police accountability and transparency. The show aims to provide a platform for citizens to voice concerns that they feel have been ignored by local leadership. Slap Gate (17:39 - 18:35):  The community is deeply concerned about an incident where a...

In this episode of Hillbilly Crime , the host analyzes a Fiscal Year 2025 executive branch spending review released by the Kentucky Auditor of Public Accounts (6:02). Rather than just reporting the figures, the host investigates the lack of transparency, competitive bidding, and potential waste in state spending. Key takeaways from the audit review: Advertising Expenditures:  The report notes near...

Public Comments meeting in Hazard Kentucky during a rate increase request by Kentucky Power. These meetings are not required and the Public Service Commission, by law cannot deny a rate increase request if the company can show it is an operating need. They already fixed it from the inside I am learning. Who do you think runs these companies? People they have hired as President and COO's of AEP...

Yes, we have the deposition where Ben is accused by Brianna Cornett, the third woman in that case of kissing her in his official capacity. Why was she not more of a central figure in that case?

9 minute interview with Hobart Buttery, the man the London PD used to obtain a search warrant for a home on Vanzant Road. Buttery denies taking anything, until he finally admits to taking a weedeater and a small portable heater. He continues to maintain that is all he got. The police then went to the wrong residence and murdered the home owner. #hillbillycrime #hillbillyhouse #investigates #London...

This video from Hillbilly Crime covers a new development regarding a series of civil lawsuits filed against Mountain Comprehensive Care Center ( MCCCC ) and Mountain Plus Services ( MPS ). Key takeaways from the episode: The New Lawsuit:  A third former high-ranking employee,  Christy Stiltner , who served as  Mental Health Director  for 22 years, has filed a lawsuit alleging she was fired after r...

This video from Hillbilly Crime investigates two recent court filings concerning Roy Kidd in the Amber Spradlin murder case (3:35-5:22). The host, Elizabeth , walks viewers through the legal arguments surrounding Kidd 's role in the case and his interactions with law enforcement. Key takeaways from the filings: Defense Motion:  The defense for  Michael McKinney III  filed a motion for addition...

This video from Hillbilly Crime covers the latest court hearing regarding the murder case of Amber Spradlin in Pike County, Kentucky . Here is a summary of the key developments: Trial Update: The trial, which was scheduled to begin the week of the broadcast, has been continued by  Judge Eddy Coleman . The new trial date is set for  January 11, 2027  (10:43 - 10:55). A pre-trial conference is sched...

In this episode of Hillbilly Crime , the host conducts a deep-dive review of a presentation by the Kentucky Auditor of Public Accounts concerning fiscal year 2025 executive branch spending. While the host acknowledges the importance of the audit, the show focuses on identifying 'what the slides do not answer,' emphasizing that vague reporting and a lack of transparency make it difficult to...

This episode of Hillbilly Crime provides a critical review of a recent audit report from the Kentucky Auditor of Public Accounts regarding fiscal year 2025 executive branch spending. The host, a resident of the Appalachian region, analyzes how public tax dollars are being allocated, focusing on potential instances of waste, fraud, and abuse. Key areas of the audit discussed include: Advertising an...

Reading back through the depositions in the Mickey Stines civil lawsuit, really opens your eyes to the loopholes in the system. Listen to answers Mickey gave.

When the hearing was abruptly cancelled, nobody really knew what to think.

When Mickey Stines defense team asks the Judge to recuse before court started, it left everyone very confused as to why. Judge wasn't giving any hints either.

Kentucky Power rate cases continue.

ARC. Addiction Recovery Care. Big companies and tax credits.

New bodycam footage shows a prior incident involving Cody Grimshaw roughly three weeks before the April 22 London Police incident. The footage, obtained by Crime With Bobby through open records, shows a very different response. A Laurel County Sheriff’s deputy calmly follows Cody, speaks with him, gives him space, and works to de-escalate the situation. London Police officers also respond and appe...