Donald Brett Butch Peet, 47, was killed on September 5, 2014, in Weaverville, California. An autopsy determined the cause of death to be homicide. Authorities identified his 23-year-old son, Nicolas Peet, as the primary suspect and arrested him after the incident. Investigators said the motive was tied to personal and familial issues.

The case moved through the courts: testimony and evidence were presented, and Nicolas Peet was found guilty of first-degree murder and sentenced to a lengthy prison term. The killing deeply affected the victim’s family and the surrounding communities in Weaverville and Redding.

If anyone knew Donald Peet or has information about family tensions leading up to September 5, 2014, please share what you know.