Tennessee Man Fatally Stabs Teen After Discovering Wife in Bed with Him
Dunlap, Tennessee—A Tennessee man’s unexpected return from a trip took a deadly turn when he discovered his wife in bed with a barely legal teenager. What followed was a brutal act of violence that left an 18-year-old dead, a woman hospitalized, and a husband facing homicide charges.
A Deadly Homecoming
Jonathan Belk, 41, arrived at his home on Powerline Road in Dunlap, about 40 miles north of Chattanooga, earlier than expected on Saturday. Authorities say he walked in to find his 31-year-old wife in bed with Billy J. Floyd, an 18-year-old from Jasper, Tennessee. What transpired next was an explosion of rage that ended in bloodshed.
According to police reports, Belk immediately attacked Floyd, stabbing him multiple times. His wife was also caught in the violence, suffering several stab wounds. After killing Floyd, Belk allegedly stuffed his body into a trash can, positioning him in the fetal position.
A Chilling Confession
When law enforcement arrived at the scene, they found Belk standing in the doorway, covered in blood. Inside, they made the gruesome discovery of Floyd’s remains. During an interrogation, Belk reportedly admitted to the killing without hesitation.
Detectives later asked him if he had any pressing concerns beyond his legal troubles. His chilling response?
“I am worried about my relationship with my wife due to the fact that I offed him.”
Belk was arrested on multiple charges, including criminal homicide. He remains in custody at the Sequatchie County Jail.
The Victim: A Young Life Cut Short
Billy J. Floyd, known as “Lil Bill,” had just turned 18 three days before his death. According to his obituary, he was passionate about hunting, fishing, riding four-wheelers, and working with his hands. He cherished time with his family and friends, a sentiment now echoed in the grief of those mourning his sudden and violent death.
A GoFundMe page has been set up to help Floyd’s family with funeral expenses.
A Crime That Shook the Community
The small town of Dunlap is reeling from the brutal crime, as details continue to emerge. While some see it as a tragic crime of passion, others view it as cold-blooded murder. The case now heads to court, where Belk will face the consequences of his actions.
As investigations continue, one question lingers—was this an act of temporary insanity, or a calculated response to betrayal?
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