A Pickett County man entered a plea of guilty on Monday to the Second Degree murder of his wife last year.
Johnny Ray Foutch, age 72, is accused of fatally shooting Theresa Marie Foutch in the back on July 13, 2025 at their residence in Byrdstown.
According to a press release from District Attorney General Bryant C. Dunaway, Johnny Ray Foutch was sentenced to serve 20 years in the custody of the Department of Corrections at 100% day for day.
If you or anyone you know is dealing with domestic abuse, please call law enforcement, the Upper Cumberland Family Justice Center, the Genesis House or Avalon Center where help, support and resources are available.
(Photo Johnny Ray Foutch, courtesy DAG Dunaway)