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Florida Man Stabs, Shoots Mother, Claims Divine Guidance

4/10/2026

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Derek Vaughn, a Florida man, allegedly stabbed and shot his mother, Jerry Lea Vaughn (77), on April 6, 2026, claiming divine direction.
Jerry Lea Vaughn called 911 pleading for help as her son attacked her.
Derek Vaughn reportedly retrieved a gun to finish the act.
He was arrested at the scene and later underwent a mental health evaluation confirming he was aware of right and wrong.
The motive remains unclear.

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Derek Vaughn, a Florida man, allegedly stabbed and shot his mother, Jerry Lea Vaughn (77), on April 6, 2026, claiming divine direction.
Jerry Lea Vaughn called 911 pleading for help as her son attacked her.
Derek Vaughn reportedly retrieved a gun to finish the act.
He was arrested at the scene and later underwent a mental health evaluation confirming he was aware of right and wrong.
The motive remains unclear.