Judge suggests separate trials for Amber Spradlin case defendants

Defendant Josh Mullins defense agrees to trial delay in Amber Spradlin case

Josh Mullins, through his attorney, filed a response to the Commonwealth's renewed motion to continue the trial in the Amber Spradlin case, stating the delay protects his constitutional right to a fair trial by ensuring all relevant evidence is obtained, disclosed, and reviewed before proceedings begin.The filing states some of the outstanding evidence may be exculpatory. Mullins asserts no prejudice from the delay and submits the continuance is…

Judge suggests separate trials for Amber Spradlin case defendants

The defendants in the Amber Spradlin murder trial could be separated when the trial begins, according to court documents.

Two defendants in Amber Spradlin case agree with need for delay, leaving one holdout - Mountain Top Media

PRESTONSBURG, Ky. — Two of the defendants in the Amber Spradlin murder case have indicated they are not opposed to another continuance in the trial, leaving only the primary defendant as having objected to further delays. Spradlin’s body was found June 18, 2023, at the Arkansas Creek home of Prestonsburg dentist Michael McKinney. McKinney’s son, M.K. McKinney, has been charged with her murder, while both McKinneys and family friend Josh Mullins a