Hillbilly Crime Investigates

This video from Hillbilly Crime provides a detailed update on the legal proceedings involving Noah Back from Perry County, Kentucky . The episode focuses on distinguishing between two separate legal matters that are currently unfolding: Federal Case (Guilty Plea):  On May 1st, 2026,  Noah Back  pleaded guilty to transporting a minor across state lines for criminal sexual activity (12:15-12:35). Hi...

This video, titled Hillbilly Crime Investigates: The Chain of Command Failure , provides a detailed examination of the fatal police operation that led to the death of Doug Harless in London, Kentucky (3:34 - 7:07). The host, Elizabeth, analyzes how a search warrant intended for one location resulted in officers storming the wrong residence, leading to a tragic, preventable outcome. Key takeaways f...

Tonight on Hillbilly Crime Investigates, we are reading through the Commonwealth's response to M.K. McKinney's motion to reduce bond in the Amber Spradlin murder case. This October 2024 court filing gives one of the clearest previews of what prosecutors say points toward Michael "M.K." McKinney III, including DNA under Amber Spradlin's fingernails, Roy Kidd being excluded fro...

In this episode of Hillbilly Crime , host Elizabeth and her mother Sweet Tater discuss the organization and launch of the "Evidence Room," a new investigative project focused on the death of Doug Harless . Key Highlights: The Evidence Room:  The host introduces an organized, systematic approach to reviewing the massive (22.2 GB)  Kentucky State Police  (KSP) investigative file regarding ...

This video from Hillbilly Crime Investigates is a deep-dive examination into the fatal shooting of Doug Harless in Laurel County, Kentucky . The show focuses on the discrepancies in a search warrant and the police's subsequent failure to properly identify the residence, leading to the death of an innocent man inside his own home (3:57 - 4:40). Key areas discussed in the episode include: The Ad...

This episode of Hillbilly Crime Investigates is entirely focused on the Amber Spradlin case. The host explains that they are preparing for the upcoming May 11, 2026, trial by walking through the public timeline of events leading up to the night of her death (3:32 - 13:56). Key aspects discussed regarding Amber include: The Central Question:  The host focuses on understanding how Amber arrived at t...

This video, titled "Who Met the Burden? Breaking Down the Reply Briefs," features the host, Elizabeth , discussing a contentious Kentucky Power rate case . The discussion centers on the legal filings, or "reply briefs," submitted by the utility company, industrial customers, and various joint intervenors (such as the Appalachian Citizens Law Center ). Key takeaways from the dis...

In one small town Appalachian town, a Sheriff shot a Judge in his own chambers. Follow along with us as we investigate this case and others. #hillbillycrime #hillbillyhouse #investigates #MickeyStines #Sheriff #Deputy #BenFields #Secrets

In this Hillbilly Crime Investigates episode, we dig into the Doug Harless case and the fatal shooting by London Police in Laurel County, Kentucky, during the execution of a search warrant on December 23, 2024. We walk through the official case file, dispatch information, surveillance footage, and investigation records to examine the address problem at the center of this case. The warrant trail po...

This video from our Hillbilly Crime YouTube LIVE provides a breakdown of a court hearing related to the Mickey Stines case, revisiting the proceedings from over one year ago to analyze what has been uncovered and what remains unclear. We discuss the complexities of the Stines Murder case, the legal strategies involved, and frustrations regarding the slow progress of the judicial process. Key Highl...

This video from Hillbilly Crime breaks down newly released bodycam footage involving former Kentucky State Police Trooper Hayden Kilbourne following a dangerous multi-county pursuit in July 2023 (0:09, 9:48). The video focuses on the excessive force used after the suspect was already on the ground and appearing to comply (10:57). Key Timeline Highlights: July 28, 2023:  The incident occurs involvi...

Join us tonight as Hillbilly Crime discusses the dangers of a new, exceptionally strong drug— cyclorphine (referred to in the video as xylazine or " tranq ")—that is killing people faster than fentanyl in Kentucky and Tennessee (4:35-4:44). The video highlights that this new substance, often mixed with other drugs, makes Narcan less effective (39:23-40:27). The host, who has 15 years of...

This video from Hillbilly Crime covers the latest developments in the case of the murder of Judge Kevin Mullins by Sheriff Shawn 'Mickey' Stines in Letcher County, Kentucky . Key Discussion Points: Judge's Refusal to Recuse:  The judge presiding over the case,  Judge Corin , issued an order refusing to step aside despite  Mickey Stines ' motion to recuse based on his professional relationship with...

This video from Hillbilly Crime covers the final resolution of the civil lawsuit filed by Sabrina Adkins against former Letcher County Sheriff Mickey Stines (referenced as Stein in the video), Deputy Ben Fields , and the ankle monitor company (10:45). Adkins alleged that she was forced into sexual favors by Deputy Fields in exchange for leniency regarding her house arrest requirements (13:36, 50:0...

Who Profits From Your Electric Bill? Every month millions of people pay their electric bill without really knowing where that money goes. But behind every kilowatt of power is a complex system of utilities, regulators, energy markets, and corporations. In this episode, we take a closer look at who actually profits from the electricity you use every day. We break down how electric companies make mo...

This episode of Hillbilly Crime covers the tragic ATV crash in Perry County, Kentucky , that resulted in the death of 16-year-old Emilyn Clark (3:31 - 3:55). The family is demanding answers due to serious inconsistencies in the official story regarding who was driving and the circumstances leading up to the accident (4:05 - 4:15). Key Points Discussed: Evidence Concerns:  The victim's aunt all...

This video from Hillbilly Crime covers the murder investigation of 27-year-old Ryan Huff , who was shot in the chest during an altercation at the Bubby Combs Apartments in Perry County, Kentucky (10:44-13:29). Key Details of the Homicide Investigation: Suspect Arrested:   43-year-old Danny Harold Asher  was initially sought and subsequently arrested following a search involving multiple agencies (...