Double Fatality Reported in Goodlettsville Murder-Suicide
A murder-suicide occurred in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, where 74-year-old Stephen Slater shot and killed his stepson, 49-year-old John D. Norman, before turning the gun on himself. The incident took place on Graceland Drive.
Portland, OR, August 9, 2026 —
Authorities are investigating a fatal incident in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, that has been classified as a murder-suicide. The event resulted in the deaths of two individuals: Stephen Slater, 74, and John D. Norman, 49.
The incident reportedly took place on Graceland Drive. According to preliminary information, Slater is believed to have fatally shot Norman before subsequently taking his own life.
Details regarding the timeline of the events and the specific circumstances leading up to the incident have not yet been fully released.
The Goodlettsville Police Department is handling the investigation. Further information is expected as the investigation progresses.
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