Protective Order Failed to Stop Him, But Her .380 Did NotUpdated: October 31, 2024 BY Larry Z
GunsAmericaThe Onslow County (N.Car.) District Attorney’s Office announced no charges against Sadie Floyd in the October 7 shooting death of her estranged boyfriend, Colton Bush, citing self-defense and the “Castle Doctrine” as justification.
The deadly incident occurred at Floyd’s residence on Bear Creek Road after Bush, 28, allegedly broke in while under a Domestic Violence Protective Order.
According to law enforcement, Bush forced his way into Floyd’s home just after midnight, despite an order barring him from contact with her. Investigators say Bush tried to pry open the locked door with a screwdriver and eventually climbed through a window.
Inside, Floyd, who had her two children asleep in the residence, reportedly warned Bush to leave. When he approached her, Floyd fired five shots with a .380 caliber handgun, striking him each time. ...