The 38-year-old Hamilton man waived his right to a detention hearing and will remain in the county jail pending trial for the death of his girlfriend.
According to court documents, Daniel Torres Jr. allegedly admitted killing Jennifer Beer in a 911 call.
When police arrived to the 800 block of South Olden Avenue they found Beer dead on the bedroom floor suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Investigator also found a dead dog nearby who they say appears to have also been shot by Torres Jr.
Officers seized two handguns in the home.
Police charged Daniel Torres Jr., charged with first-degree murder, weapons offense, and animal cruelty.