Man wanted for allegedly fatally shooting his girlfriend in Franklin Twp., Gloucester County

FRANKLIN TWP., N.J. (WPVI) -- A Franklinville man is wanted by police for the murder of his girlfriend, the Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office announced on Monday.

Ricardo A. Ferrera, 32, is accused of fatally shooting 30-year-old Christina Cruz.

Officers responded to a home in the 1200 block of Porchtown Road, in Franklin Township, around 12:45 a.m. on Monday, where police were blocking off the road.

A witness, who police say was upstairs in the home, reported hearing gunshots and came downstairs to find Cruz lying on the living room floor.

The witness allegedly told police that Ferrera was arguing with the victim about two hours before the shooting.

A second witness, who was in a first-floor bedroom, reported hearing the argument, followed by two gunshots and a thud, according to police.

The first witness also told police Ferrera drove off after the shooting.

Authorities say he is wanted on first-degree murder and related charges.

He is described as being 6-1 tall, and weighing 190 lbs., with brown hair and brown eyes.

Officials say he is considered armed and dangerous. Anyone who see him should call 911 immediately.

He is known to frequent Millville, Vineland and Atlantic City, according to officials.