Florida Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen Found Dead; Husband Charged

A quiet South Florida neighborhood was shattered by tragedy as Coral Springs Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen was found dead inside her home. The shocking discovery has led to the arrest of her husband, Stephen Bowen, who now faces serious charges.

Husband Charged with Premeditated Murder

Authorities were called to the residence on Northwest 127th Avenue for a well-being check on Wednesday morning, where they discovered Nancy Metayer Bowen. Stephen Bowen, 40, was subsequently taken into custody. He has been charged with first-degree premeditated murder and tampering with or fabricating physical evidence.

Coral Springs Police Chief Brad Mock confirmed that the case is being investigated as a domestic violence incident. While the exact cause of death has not been officially released, multiple reports indicate that Vice Mayor Bowen was shot. Police have stated there are no other suspects and no ongoing threat to the public.

A Legacy of Service and Community

Stephen Bowen appeared in bond court on Thursday, where a judge found probable cause for the charges and ordered him held without bond. An attorney representing him invoked his right to remain silent.

Beyond the courtroom, the loss of Nancy Metayer Bowen is deeply felt. Her family remembers her not only as a public servant but as a beloved sister, daughter, and friend whose presence brought warmth and laughter. Local leaders, like Tamarac Vice Mayor Marlon Bolton, have spoken about her dedication to helping others.

A Trailblazer in Coral Springs

Nancy Metayer Bowen made history in Coral Springs, being elected commissioner in 2020 and reelected in 2024. She was the first Black and Haitian American woman to hold a commissioner seat, leaving behind a significant legacy of service and community impact.

Tragically, this is not the only recent loss for Nancy’s family. Her younger brother, Donovan Joshua Leigh Metayer, passed away by suicide in December, struggling with mental health issues stemming from the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School mass shooting.