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Woman, 36, Arrested in Port Huron Gas Station Killing After Road-Rage Encounter

Police say evidence does not support self-defense.

Overview

  • Police identified the victim as Reginald Franklin, 30, who was shot while pumping gas at the Marathon station on Military Street.
  • Officers arrived around 4:30 p.m., provided medical aid, and EMS transported Franklin to Lake Huron Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.
  • Investigators report the dispute began as a traffic confrontation and that the suspect followed Franklin to the station.
  • The woman left the scene, called 911, then turned herself in and is lodged at the St. Clair County Intervention Center.
  • The Major Crimes Unit is leading the active investigation, with formal charges expected soon and tips requested via department lines and Crime Stoppers.