PIKEVILLE, Ky. (WMDJ) — Prosecutors have filed a response indicating they do not oppose a request by Michael McKinney II to be released from home incarceration while awaiting trial in connection with the Amber Spradlin case.
McKinney is charged with evidence tampering related to the June 2023 death of Amber Spradlin, whose body was found at his home. His son, M.K. McKinney, is charged with Spradlin’s murder. Family friend Josh Mullins is also charged with evidence tampering.
Following a court hearing last month that delayed the trial until January, McKinney’s attorney filed a motion seeking relief from home incarceration and random drug testing requirements.
In a response filed May 28, Commonwealth’s Attorney Brent Turner stated that he consulted with Spradlin’s family, who support McKinney’s release from home incarceration. According to the filing, the family favors the change because they do not want McKinney receiving additional jail credit that could be applied toward any future prison sentence.
The Commonwealth said it does not object to McKinney being released from home incarceration for that reason. Prosecutors also stated they would defer to the court regarding any remaining non-financial bond conditions, including random drug testing.
Turner further noted that the Commonwealth has no objection to the court ruling on the request without holding a formal hearing.
A judge has not yet issued a ruling on the motion.
The defendants are currently scheduled to stand trial Jan. 11, with a pretrial conference set for Sept. 17.
