Gloucester County man sought for fatally shooting girlfriend during argument

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A Gloucester County man is being sought after police say he shot and killed his girlfriend during an argument early Monday morning.

What we know:

Richardo Ferrera, 32, is accused of fatally shooting his girlfriend, Christina Cruz, at a home on Porchtown Road in Franklin Township.

Investigators say a witness who was upstairs recalled hearing arguing followed by gunshots, and came downstairs to find Cruz, 30, lying on the living room floor. Another witness who was on the first floor heard arguing, then two gunshots and a thud.

Richardo Ferrera, 32, is accused of shooting and killing his girlfriend, 30-year-old Christina Cruz, at a home in Franklin Township.

Ferrera fled the house after the shooting. He is being sought on first-degree murder, second-degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and more. 

What you can do:

Authorities shared a photo of Richardo Ferrera, who they describe as a 6'1" Hispanic man with brown eyes and brown hair.

He is considered armed and dangerous. Anyone who sees Ferrera is asked not to approach him and call police immediately.

The Source: Information provided by the Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office.

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