Former Sheriff found guilty on sodomy charge

A jury convicted former Todd County Sheriff W.D. “Billy” Stokes of third-degree sodomy last week.
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Published: Aug. 8, 2024 at 9:45 AM CDT
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Todd County, KY (WSMV) -According to our news partners at WKDZ radio, a jury convicted former Todd County Sheriff, W.D. Stokes, of third-degree sodomy.

Jurors determined Stokes engaged in “deviant sexual intercourse” with an inmate at the Todd County Detention Center in April 2022, where he was employed as a deputy jailer.

His trial lasted three days and the jury recommended a two-year prison sentence.

His sentencing scheduled for Wednesday, September 4.

WKDZ reports that a sex offender evaluation was also ordered.