Posted on 01/29/2021 1:03:02 PM PST by nickcarraway
A family was left in disbelief after a man was arrested and charged with solicitation of murder, accused of trying to hire someone to kill his mother.
Billy Reynolds, 41, was taken Thursday to the Carter County Detention Center.
Reynolds worked as a school bus driver and teacher, according to the superintendent of Carter County Schools.
Kentucky State Police say they were contacted Jan. 15 by someone claiming Reynolds was trying to hire them to kill his mother for $10,000. The arrest citation says Reynolds gave that cooperating witness a retainer fee.
After an investigation, Kentucky State Police say they and the FBI were able to implicate and arrest Reynolds.
Reynolds’ home is located next to his mother’s along Route 986 in Olive Hill, with a large section of land in between.
Family members tell WSAZ this comes as a shock, and it’s heartbreaking for the whole family. Several relatives who didn’t want to go on camera said they have no idea why Reynolds would want to harm his own mother.
The suspect’s uncle says Reynolds is a hard worker and has never been in trouble before.
Investigators are not saying anything yet about a motive.
The superintendent of Carter County Schools says Reynolds has been suspended pending the outcome of the investigation.
Keep checking the WSAZ app for the latest information.
Public School teacher, ... not surprised.
Public school teacher.... and bus driver? I guess in rural Kentucky a single soul has to wear several hats.
“The arrest citation says Reynolds gave that cooperating witness a retainer fee.”
I thought those dudes always demanded cash up front.
“I thought those dudes always demanded cash up front.”
Not always. I keep my assassin on retainer. Less hassle that way.
“Bill & I have always done the same thing.
Better efficiency for the budget!” ...Said somebody.
Can he get his deposit back?
Lots of teachers drive school buses for extra pay. Why not save wear and tear on your car driving it to school when you can park a school bus at your house and drive it.
Never thought about it before. Makes sense!
Could it be that the would-be assassin “Has the Hots” for Reynolds wife/girlfriend?
Wants his bus driver job?
“...Reynolds has been suspended pending the outcome of the investigation.”
I’m surprised he’s not on paid-administrative leave.
His mug shot is charming
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