Florida vice mayor found dead in her home, husband charged with murder
NBC News • • nation
Key Points:
- Coral Springs Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen, a rising political star and environmental scientist, was found dead at her home, with her husband Stephen Bowen arrested on suspicion of premeditated murder in a case deemed domestic in nature.
- Police discovered Metayer Bowen's body after a wellness check prompted by her absence from scheduled meetings and lack of communication; evidence suggested a shotgun wound and explosive-like damage inside the home.
- Stephen Bowen allegedly confessed to shooting Metayer Bowen three times with a shotgun, stating he "couldn't take it anymore," and was taken into custody following a SWAT team search and investigation.
- Metayer Bowen was the first Black and Haitian American female commissioner of Coral Springs, serving since 2020 and re-elected in 2024, known for her environmental justice work and community leadership.
- Political leaders and officials across Florida expressed shock and condolences, highlighting Metayer Bowen's dedication, integrity, and impact on her community and the state.
