This shocking domestic violence case struck Coral Springs, Florida, on April 1, 2026. Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen, 38—a trailblazing Black Haitian-American leader—was found shot dead in her home. Her husband, Stephen Bowen, is charged with premeditated murder and evidence tampering; he’s held without bond.
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Timeline of Events
- Tuesday evening: Bowen tells his mom he had a “panic attack” at work and planned to talk to Nancy—no known marital issues reported.
- Wednesday morning: Nancy misses a meeting; staff texts Stephen, who says she’s not responding.
- 10 a.m.: Police well-being check finds no cars, no answer, but projectile damage.
- 2 p.m.: Uncle calls police; they enter and discover Nancy’s body…