Detroit man accused of killing girlfriend during argument

Gaylord Rogers

A man is facing charges after authorities say he killed his girlfriend during an argument Thursday in Detroit.

Police said a verbal argument between Gaylord Joseph Rogers escalated in the 7500 block of E. Jefferson Ave. 

Gaylord is accused of grabbing a rifle and shooting the victim.

He is charged with one count of first-degree murder, one count of discharge in a building causing death, and one count of felony firearm.

If you are a victim of domestic violence, call the U.S. National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

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