Double Fatality Reported in Goodlettsville Incident
In Goodlettsville, Tennessee, a 74-year-old man, Stephen Slater, fatally shot his 49-year-old stepson, John D. Norman, before taking his own life. The incident occurred late Saturday afternoon.
St. Louis, MO, August 9, 2026 —
Goodlettsville, Tennessee – A tragic incident unfolded late Saturday afternoon in Goodlettsville, resulting in the deaths of two individuals, according to preliminary reports.
Authorities confirmed that 74-year-old Stephen Slater died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Prior to this, Slater had fatally shot his 49-year-old stepson, John D. Norman.
The specific circumstances leading to the incident have not yet been fully detailed. The event took place on a Saturday afternoon. Further details regarding the timeline and the sequence of events are expected as the investigation progresses.
The Goodlettsville Police Department is reportedly handling the investigation. No further information regarding the identities of other individuals involved, or potential motives, has been released at this time.
Story summarized from the original created by Danica Sauter on www.firstalert4.com, see more information here.
