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#615 | Follow Up: More HCSD Jail Videos (Gulley Incident)! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:00:00 -0500

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey once again offers viewers exclusive footage from inside the Henry County, Indiana Jail, taken while Nicholas Gulley II was held on the preliminary charge of criminal trespass.

This footage is hard to watch, but it MUST be seen! Transparency and accountability are crucial, and this video gives a rare look inside the Henry County Jail during a time when those in charge acted very questionably. The ongoing question has been, is, and will continue to be: "Did the use of force against Gulley reach a level of brutality, and is the Henry County Sheriff's Department guilty of gross negligence in the care NOT PROVIDED TO Gulley during the nine days he was confined?"

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This is PART TWO... it continues our examination of the actions and/or inactions that contributed to Nicholas Gulley II's death!

PART ONE can be heard/viewed by clicking the following links:
Ep 612: "RIP Nicholas Gulley II & HCSD Jail Videos!"
Audio 1 Link: https://thepoliticalspotlight.fireside.fm/612 . . .
Video 1 Link: https://youtube.com/live/-2yQPSwO9Po . . .

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Gulley was initially arrested and booked into Henry County Jail on Friday, January 9th, 2026, for Criminal Trespass, a Class B Misdemeanor. On the same day, he was involved in a physical altercation with four or five Henry County corrections officers. His injuries worsened over the following days.

Gulley's health declined, leading to emergency services being called nine days later, on Sunday, February 18, 2026, and he was transported to Henry County Hospital.

Due to the severity of his condition, he was airlifted by Lifeline helicopter to St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, where he was placed in the intensive care unit on life support. He remained there until his passing today, Friday, February 27, 2026, at 557 p.m.

This tragic outcome represents yet another serious incident raising questions about the leadership, policies, and culture within the Henry County Sheriff’s Office under Sheriff John M. Sproles. These events add to a growing list of concerns that demand transparency, answers, and accountability.

The various videos from the jail capture key moments involving Gulley during his incarceration, offering critical insights into the circumstances surrounding his detention, subsequent medical emergency, and death.

While reporting on such heartbreaking circumstances is difficult, 'The Political Spotlight' remains dedicated to uncovering the truth. Bilbrey emphasizes his intention to thoroughly investigate this case and pursue answers on behalf of Gulley’s family and the broader community.

The team extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Nicholas Gulley II during this incredibly difficult time.

This remains an ongoing investigation, and 'The Political Spotlight' will continue providing updates, analysis, and exclusive reports as more information comes to light.

Stay informed. Stay engaged. Stay vigilant.

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VIDEO version of Ep 615: https://youtube.com/live/EPHZ45c73GM

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#612 | RIP Nicholas Gulley II & HCSD Jail Videos! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:00:00 -0500

Friday and Saturday evenings are traditionally reserved as days off for 'The Political Spotlight' team. However, on this evening—Friday, February 27th, 2026—Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey felt compelled to break that routine to address deeply troubling and tragic news that demands public attention!

It is with great sadness that Bilbrey informs the audience of the passing of Nicholas Gulley II, a 35-year-old resident of Henry County, Indiana. Gulley died earlier today at approximately 5:57 p.m. on Friday, February 27th, 2026, following a prolonged and critical medical emergency that began after he was involved in a physical altercation while in the custody at the Henry County Jail.

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This is PART ONE OF TWO... Part two continues our examination of the actions and/or inactions that contributed to Nicholas Gulley II's death!

PART TWO can be heard/viewed by clicking the following links:
Ep 615: "Follow Up: More HCSD Jail Videos (Gulley Incident)!"
Audio 2 Link: https://thepoliticalspotlight.fireside.fm/615 . . .
Video 2 Link: https://youtube.com/live/EPHZ45c73GM . . .

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Gulley's health declined, leading to emergency services being called nine days later, on Sunday, February 18, 2026, and he was transported to Henry County Hospital.

Alongside sharing this heartbreaking news in this 612th episode, Bilbrey shares exclusive surveillance footage obtained from inside the Henry County Jail. This footage captures key moments involving Gulley during his incarceration, offering critical insights into the circumstances surrounding his detention and subsequent medical emergency.

The team extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Nicholas Gulley II during this incredibly difficult time.

This remains an ongoing investigation, and 'The Political Spotlight' will continue providing updates, analysis, and exclusive reports as more information comes to light.

Stay informed. Stay engaged. Stay vigilant.

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VIDEO version of Ep 612: https://youtube.com/live/-2yQPSwO9Po

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#601 | Change of Plans: We’ll Talk Filings Next Week & Sproles Now! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 21:00:00 -0500

Join Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey for this special Friday night episode. The show was intended to explore the various filings for political office across the State of Indiana; however, an earlier snag made that impossible.

That said, Henry County Sheriff John Sproles never fails to offer himself as fodder for the show! Therefore, Bilbrey will cover the latest "Official Statement" from Sheriff Sproles and share his thoughts on it. Bilbrey also has a few other bits and pieces to toss out for the viewers' consumption.

While this won't be the show that was originally planned, it will definitely be one to watch!

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VIDEO version of Ep 601: https://youtube.com/live/I1rhC-VdD7Q

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#597 | We Were Wrong! Nothing Bad Happened! Because Sheriff Sproles Said! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 21:00:00 -0500

Well, here we are! Another Henry County episode!

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey examines the mountain of information that Henry County Sheriff John Sproles shared with everyone!

And look, the title of this episode is:

We Were Wrong! Nothing Bad Happened! Because Sheriff Sproles Said!

We know that is a bit "clickbait-y," but you're going to have to watch to find out the latest!

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VIDEO version of Ep 597: https://youtube.com/live/9pPLiYnsrmw

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#596 | Another Day... Another Henry County Sheriff’s Department Incident! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:00:00 -0500

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey explores the latest incident involving the Henry County Sheriff's Department and an inmate (Nicholas Gulley) in jail!

Bilbrey also has more to add regarding the situation involving Brian & Amy Bell and Off-Duty HCSD Deputy Brayden Haskett.

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VIDEO version of Ep 596: https://youtube.com/live/zxRxWcXLmXA

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#588 | Sheriff Sproles Offers a Statement on Questionable Traffic Stop! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 21:00:00 -0500

It's official! We are under the first "Sproles Watch" of the new year!

(#SprolesWatch2026 - 1)

Henry County, Indiana, Sheriff John M. Sproles once again looked at a bad situation and thought, "HOW CAN I MAKE THIS WORSE?"

At 642 p.m. this evening (Tuesday, January 13, 2026), Sheriff Sproles recorded a six-minute, fifty-six-second video in which he outlined his "official statement" regarding the traffic stop his deputy conducted on Saturday, January 10, 2026.

As is common for Sheriff Sproles, he always finds a way to make a bad situation worse by interjecting himself. He makes inappropriate comments and, again and again, proves he is not a true leader.

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey reviews the Sheriff's statement and offers his thoughts on the Sheriff's remarks. Does this help or hurt the situation, and what comes next? The problem with John Sproles is that one can never be too sure!

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VIDEO version of Ep 587: https://youtube.com/live/ND_ywu5RvRg

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#586 | HCSD Doing What They Do! & Disorderly Muncie! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:00:00 -0500

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey covers a worrisome traffic stop by the Henry County, Indiana, Sheriff's Department on Saturday, January 10, 2026.

Only ten days into the new year, and Sheriff John M. Sproles' team has already gone viral for stupidity!

And then Bilbrey, again, covers the "extremely disorderly" City of Muncie, Indiana.

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VIDEO version of Ep 586: https://youtube.com/live/F5Lki_5PaqE

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