Man Charged After Killing Ex-Girlfriend's New Boyfriend In Oakland County: Prosecutor

MILFORD TOWNSHIP, MI — A Macomb County man is facing charges after killing his ex-girlfriend's new boyfriend in a "violent attack" in Oakland County on New Year's Eve, according to prosecutors.

Officers found 26-year-old Peyton Bilbia dead inside a Milford home in the 800 block of East Summit Street at 4:25 p.m. last Wednesday, according to prosecutors.

Matthew Frank Molinaro, 29, was charged with first-degree murder in connection with the killing. He was placed in jail and faces life in prison if convicted.

Officers were called to the home after the Bilbia's girlfriend said she couldn't reach him for some time, prosecutors said.

Investigators found Bilbia dead inside the home and said Molinaro killed him in a "violent attack." They did not share additional details about the attack.

Prosecutors said Molinaro had previously dated Bilbia's girlfriend. The woman had recently gotten a personal protection order against Molinaro, prosecutors said.

Officers arrested Molinaro at a Royal Oak club on New Year's Eve, prosecutors said.

"Peyton Bilibia should be with us today," Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald said in a statement on Monday. "Instead, his life was cut short because of what appears to be a domestic dispute. This case is a tragic reminder that the danger from domestic violence doesn’t end when a relationship ends."

If you or someone you love is a victim of domestic violence, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.