Hillbilly Crime Investigates

Elizabeth Jones
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Hillbilly Crime is an independent Appalachian investigative podcast hosted by Elizabeth Jones. From the mountains of Eastern Kentucky, we dive deep into crime, corruption, power, and the real stories affecting rural communities that rarely make national headlines. As a single mom in recovery building an investigative media network from my living room, this podcast follows the truth wherever it leads — from courtroom documents and public records to the lived experiences of people in Appalachia. If you believe small towns deserve real journalism, you’re in the right place.

  1. 2d ago

    Harlan County Witness Dead

    This video, produced by the channel Hillbilly Crime, discusses a serious and ongoing criminal investigation involving a human trafficking ring in southeastern Kentucky. The creator, a native of Harlan County, provides an overview of a case centering on the death of Bobby Smith, who was found dead in late August 2026. The Victim: Bobby Smith was a key witness against his brother, Daryl Carneahan, in a human trafficking and sexual abuse case. Smith held power of attorney for his brother while Carneahan was incarcerated at the Bell County Detention Center (6:48 - 7:20, 23:35 - 24:11).The Allegations: Investigators allege that Carneahan used his jail communication system to orchestrate a plot from inside the detention center, directing others to intimidate witnesses. This allegedly included Cody Pace, Landon Pace, and Tanya Monroe (10:59 - 11:22, 29:56 - 30:42).Financial Motive: Prosecutors believe the suspects benefited financially from Smith's death, citing the fraudulent use of his debit and food stamp cards and the fact that several individuals moved into Carneahan's residence shortly after (12:05 - 12:46, 43:37 - 44:46).Arrests: As of the video's recording, six people have been arrested in connection with the case: Landon Pace, Cody Pace, Tanya Monroe, Star Haw, Joseph Jackson, and Haley Lynn Gilbert. Three of the individuals are currently facing murder charges (7:20 - 7:27, 37:28 - 37:41, 59:52 - 1:01:13).Evidence: The investigation relies heavily on monitored jail communications ("chirps"), as well as evidence of burned items, a hidden phone, and deleted digital data (11:56 - 12:29, 41:30 - 42:14).Note: Everyone named in this video, with the exception of the deceased, is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law (1:05:18 - 1:05:32). Key elements of the case so far:Status of the investigation:

    Harlan County Witness Dead

  2. Sep 15 ·  Bonus

    JP Miller on Stage

    JP Miller spent days with her body he said trying to raise her from the dead at one point he said. Wow, the loss of full control that he must went through when she removed herself from his hands from ever abusing her again. As a woman of faith, I think she felt like she was leaving this world behind and going to be with her Jesus. I sure do pray for Mica. Her death has made me look at what she did much differently. I actually somewhat understand the decision that she made and somehow I understand why she made it. Tragically. Do you? Thoughts? #HillbillyCrime #HillbillyHouse #Investigates

    JP Miller on Stage

  3. Sep 14 ·  Bonus

    Murder Charges in Harlan County

    A full opening chapter covering Bobby Smith, the brother, the arrests, and the jail-message evidence claims. #HillbillyCrime #BobbySmith #HarlanCounty #KentuckyCrime #Appalachia #TrueCrime #PublicRecords #Accountability

    Murder Charges in Harlan County

  4. Sep 14 ·  Bonus

    Harlan County Witness Found Dead

    Bobby Smith was killed in Harlan County. Joint investigation with Bell County, Harlan, FBI, State and locals. Sex Trafficking, Murder, Abuse of a Corpse, Tampering with Evidence, Tampering with a witness among others. #HillbillyCrime #HillbillyHouse #Investigates

    Harlan County Witness Found Dead

  5. Sep 10

    Chad Doerman; Bad Marriage

    Ch 6 Interrogation of Chad Doerman. Killed his 3 young sons. Mental illness is real is all I know to say on this one. This chapter is where the conversation moves into marriage, thoughts he describes as bad, and a planned Little Clinic visit. This is a strong discussion clip for the mental-health-and-crime angle, but it needs careful wording. #HillbillyCrime #ChadDoerman #OhioCrime #TrueCrimeCommunity #InterrogationFootage #CourtRecords #MentalHealthInCrime

    Chad Doerman; Bad Marriage

  6. Sep 10 ·  Bonus

    First Day Cop Goes Down

    Young cop finds out real quick that growing up is hard to do.

  7. Sep 10

    Let Us Try to Seat a Letcher County Jury

    Well that was a big fat no. They were bound and determined to move the trial out of Letcher County. Do you think they are scared to death he will be let off due to jury nullification? #HillbillyCrime #HillbillyHouse #Investigates #TrueCrime #MickeyStines

    Let Us Try to Seat a Letcher County Jury

  8. Sep 10

    The Letters Nobody Can Find: Mickey Stines

    This video, produced by Hillbilly Crime, investigates the timeline and circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting of Judge Kevin Mullins by Sheriff Mickey Stines inside the Letcher County courthouse on September 19, 2024 (5:37-7:42). Key areas of the investigation include: The Timeline: The host examines a critical three-day window between a September 16 deposition involving Stines regarding a federal civil lawsuit against the county and the shooting on September 19 (5:37-7:42). The lawsuit involved allegations of sexual extortion against former deputy Ben Fields within the judge's chambers (6:41-7:18). The Documentation Gap: The host distinguishes between established court records and ongoing speculation, focusing on unverified reports of Stines attempting to report Mullins to the Kentucky State Police (KSP) and the possible betrayal of his confidence (12:48-13:06, 39:53-40:20). Controversial Figures and Allegations: The host highlights the lack of investigation into other figures like Michael Clark (the "preacher man") regarding allegations of sexual misconduct (20:17-21:37), and mentions eyewitness accounts of federal authorities previously detaining Mullins (43:32-44:56). Law Enforcement Actions: The video includes and analyzes body camera footage of Stines following the shooting, noting his expressions of fear for his safety and distrust of the officers present, including detective Clayton Stamper (1:00:10-1:04:17, 1:16:13-1:18:07). Throughout the report, the host emphasizes the atmosphere of suspicion within the courthouse, questioning why certain witnesses, family members, and officials were not more thoroughly investigated or held accountable, and highlights the ongoing need for independent scrutiny into the events leading to this tragedy (20:39-21:19, 41:04-41:18).

    The Letters Nobody Can Find: Mickey Stines
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Hillbilly Crime is an independent Appalachian investigative podcast hosted by Elizabeth Jones. From the mountains of Eastern Kentucky, we dive deep into crime, corruption, power, and the real stories affecting rural communities that rarely make national headlines. As a single mom in recovery building an investigative media network from my living room, this podcast follows the truth wherever it leads — from courtroom documents and public records to the lived experiences of people in Appalachia. If you believe small towns deserve real journalism, you’re in the right place.

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