Roommate Murdered Over Drugs at Football Watch Party, Officials Say
Marvin Byrd, 54, has been charged with first-degree murder in St. Louis, Missouri, following the death of his roommate. Court records indicate the shooting occurred after a disagreement during a gathering to watch a college football game. Byrd reportedly shot his roommate after becoming angry over the failure to bring household items and drugs to the event. Byrd claimed the shooting was accidental, but police stated it stemmed from a build-up of frustration. He is currently held without bond.