Husband of Florida Vice Mayor Charged With Murder Following Fatal Domestic Incident

Coral Springs Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer-Bowen was found dead at her Florida residence on Wednesday, and her husband, Stephen Bowen , has been charged in connection with her death, officials said.

Authorities said Stephen Bowen faces charges of premeditated murder and tampering with fabricated evidence . The charges were filed on Wednesday, according to officials.

Law enforcement officials said they went to Metayer-Bowen’s home shortly after 10 a.m. on Wednesday. When officers arrived, they found the vice mayor deceased, officials said.

Investigators have classified the case as a domestic incident, according to officials. Stephen Bowen was later taken into custody, authorities said.

Coral Springs police said they are not seeking additional suspects in the case. The police chief did not provide details on the specific injuries Metayer-Bowen sustained, officials said, leaving key elements of the circumstances undisclosed.

In a statement, Metayer-Bowen’s family said they were devastated by her death and highlighted her work in public service. The family described her as committed to improving the community and emphasized the impact of her civic contributions.

Metayer-Bowen was known for her community involvement and was reportedly considering a run for Congress. The report of a potential campaign underscored her rising political profile at the time of her death.

Florida political figures also reacted publicly. Representative Jared Moskowitz and State Representative Angie Nixon issued tributes, expressing shock and grief while recognizing her influence and service, according to their statements.

The case places renewed attention on the intersection of personal safety and public leadership, particularly when a prominent local official dies in what investigators describe as a domestic incident. For Coral Springs, the death of a sitting vice mayor is a significant civic disruption, with implications for local governance and community confidence as the investigation proceeds.

Several aspects remain unclear based on what officials have released so far, including the nature of the injuries and the evidence underlying the tampering allegation. Authorities have not detailed a timeline beyond the response shortly after 10 a.m. on Wednesday, and officials have not provided further information on next procedural steps.