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Police: Man kills stepson before turning the gun on himself
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Danica Sauter , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· August 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the incident are available from the Metro Nashville Police Department, including the events leading up to the 911 call made by the stepfather's wife.
A tragic incident occurred in Goodlettsville on Saturday afternoon, resulting in the loss of two lives. The Metro Nashville Police Department reported a murder-suicide on Graceland Drive. The victims were identified as a 49-year-old man and his 74-year-old stepfather.
The stepfather allegedly shot his stepson before taking his own life. Further details about the incident are available from the Metro Nashville Police Department, including the events leading up to the 911 call made by the stepfather's wife.
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Category: safety Published: August 9, 2026 Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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