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TN man told 911 his wife was ‘the devil’ and he’s ‘Jesus’ before allegedly killing her. Here’s what we know
By Caleb Wethington at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 6, 2026
· 2 min read
COLLEGE GROVE, Tenn. (WSMV) - New court documents reveal disturbing details in the Williamson County homicide case involving a man accused of killing his wife in College Grove.Douglas Kirkland Rawl is charged with criminal homicide in the July 1 death of his wife, Allison “Che’ Che’” Rawl. His bo...
Key takeaway Douglas Kirkland Rawl is charged with criminal homicide in the July 1 death of his wife, Allison “Che’ Che’” Rawl.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The disturbing details of the College Grove homicide case raise concerns about the availability of mental health resources in Williamson County. Douglas Rawl's erratic statements to 911 dispatchers, including his claims of being "the son of God, or even Jesus" and believing his wife was "the devil", suggest a potential breakdown in his mental state. The fact that he was able to access a firearm and use it to fatally shoot his wife is a stark reminder of the need for effective intervention and support systems. As the investigation continues, it will be crucial to examine whether there were any prior warning signs or opportunities for intervention that may have prevented this tragedy. The community's response to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office's request for surveillance footage also underscores the importance of neighborhood vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement in preventing and solving crimes.
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Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? COLLEGE GROVE, Tenn. (WSMV) - New court documents reveal disturbing details in the Williamson County homicide case involving a man accused of killing his wife in College Grove.Douglas Kirkland Rawl is charged with criminal homicide in the July 1 death of his wife, Allison “Che’ Che’” Rawl. His bo...
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