Crime & Courts

Man, woman found dead near Wasilla died in apparent murder-suicide, troopers say

PALMER -- Alaska State Troopers now say a man and woman found dead on a Wasilla-area property Feb. 18 died in an apparent murder-suicide.

Troopers last week said they discovered the bodies of Sarah Klingener, 47, and Shawn McVey, 57, at a residence near Bogard Road. A family member of Klingener reported the deaths.

An investigation determined that Klingener’s death was a homicide and McVey died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to an update posted Tuesday. No one else was believed to be involved.

Zaz Hollander

Zaz Hollander is a veteran journalist based in the Mat-Su and is currently an ADN local news editor and reporter. She covers breaking news, the Mat-Su region, aviation and general assignments. Contact her at zhollander@adn.com.

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