SUITLAND, MD — A Suitland man has been charged in the death of his girlfriend after her body was found wrapped in plastic and partially covered in concrete inside their shared apartment, Prince George’s County Police announced Monday.
Michael McClanahan, 38, of Suitland, faces charges of first- and second-degree murder in connection with the killing of 44-year-old Sherron Turner. Police discovered Turner’s body during a welfare check on April 24, 2025, at the couple’s home in the 2300 block of Ewing Avenue.
Key Points
- Michael McClanahan charged with murder of girlfriend Sherron Turner.
- Turner’s body was found wrapped in plastic and partially covered in concrete.
- McClanahan was already in custody in Washington, DC on unrelated charges.
According to police, officers found Turner deceased inside the apartment. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner determined on April 26 that Turner died from blunt force trauma, ruling her death a homicide.
Following the autopsy and subsequent investigation, detectives obtained an arrest warrant for McClanahan. He had already been arrested by the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, DC, on April 25 on unrelated charges.
Suspect faces murder charges, awaits extradition
McClanahan remains in custody in Washington, DC, pending extradition to Prince George’s County, where he will face charges including murder and attempting to dispose of a body after the killing.
Authorities have not released additional details regarding the circumstances that led to Turner’s death or the motive behind the killing.
Police investigation ongoing as extradition process begins
The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit continues to investigate the case. Officials have not indicated when McClanahan is expected to be formally transferred to Maryland authorities.
Further updates will be provided as the case progresses through the extradition and court proceedings.
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