BOONTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – A tragic incident occurred on Christmas Eve when 61-year-old Gregory Meyer was found dead in his home. His son, 33-year-old Kyle Meyer, has been charged with his murder, as well as unlawful possession of a weapon and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose. The details of the crime were revealed in a harrowing affidavit, shedding light on the events that led to this devastating outcome.
According to the affidavit, Gregory was killed in the basement of his home while his mother was present in the house. She reportedly overheard an argument between her son and grandson before later hearing screams and then an eerie silence. It was Gregory’s daughter who made the gruesome discovery and summoned the authorities. The police report indicated the presence of a bloody pole saw and axe near the body, along with blood evidence in the basement and leading up to Kyle’s bedroom.
In the wake of this tragedy, the Meyer family issued a statement, emphasizing Kyle’s struggles with mental illness, substance abuse, and paranoia. They described him as being “lost in the darkness” and highlighted the urgent need for families to take mental illness seriously, particularly in cases involving delusions and extreme paranoia. Meanwhile, law enforcement has assured the public that there is no immediate danger to the community, although they are urging anyone with additional information to come forward.
As the case against Kyle Meyer unfolds, a detention hearing has been scheduled for Thursday morning. This heartbreaking incident serves as a stark reminder of the devastating repercussions of untreated mental illness and substance abuse, urging society to address these issues with the utmost seriousness and urgency.