Breaking News!! Belk charged with criminal homicide in Floyd’s death

In a tragic incident that has shaken the community of Sequatchie County, Tennessee, 41-year-old Johnathan Belk of Dunlap has been charged with criminal homicide following the death of 18-year-old Billy Jean Floyd of Jasper. citeturn0search3

The events unfolded in the early hours of Saturday, March 8, 2025. Deputies from the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the Emergency Room at Erlanger-Sequatchie Hospital after receiving reports of a female victim, identified as 31-year-old Jada Gholston, suffering from stab wounds. Her injuries were determined to be non-life-threatening. citeturn0search4

Upon investigation, deputies traced the incident back to a residence in the Fredonia community of Sequatchie County. At the scene, they discovered two male victims with injuries consistent with a cutting instrument. One of the men, identified as Billy Jean Floyd, was pronounced dead at the scene, while the other male sustained non-life-threatening injuries. citeturn0search4

Preliminary investigations suggest that Belk returned home from a trip and confronted Floyd, who was at the residence with Belk’s wife, Jada Gholston. An altercation ensued, during which Belk allegedly attacked both Floyd and Gholston, resulting in Floyd’s death and injuries to Gholston. citeturn0search4

Belk was promptly taken into custody and is currently being held at the Sequatchie County Jail. He faces multiple charges, including criminal homicide. citeturn0search1 The Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Department continues to investigate the incident, emphasizing that due to pending criminal proceedings, no further details can be released at this time. citeturn0search4

The community is grappling with the shock of this incident, as such violent occurrences are rare in the area. Authorities have assured the public that they are conducting a thorough investigation to ensure justice is served.

As the investigation progresses, the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office urges anyone with additional information related to the incident to come forward. They emphasize the importance of community cooperation in such cases to aid in the administration of justice.

This incident serves as a somber reminder of the potential for domestic disputes to escalate into violence, highlighting the need for conflict resolution resources and support systems within communities.

The Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Department continues to be active in its investigation, and due to pending criminal proceedings, no further details can be released at this time. citeturn0search4

The community remains on alert as they await further updates on this tragic event.