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Police identify man found shot and killed in Des Moines hotel room

First responders found 45-year-old Des Moines resident Russell McKeehan, Jr. deceased in a hotel room around 4 a.m. Friday.

DES MOINES, Iowa — A suspect has been arrested in connection to Des Moines' second homicide of 2023, according to Des Moines police.

50-year-old Surfun Julise Boens of Des Moines has been charged with first-degree murder.

Police responded to a report of a man bleeding and in cardiac arrest at Fleur Lodge near the Des Moines International Airport around 4 a.m. Friday. 

Upon arrival, first responders found 45-year-old Des Moines resident Russell McKeehan, Jr. deceased within a hotel room. 

Police believe Boens shot and killed McKeehan, Jr. The two men had lived together in the hotel room where the victim was found.

Other evidence indicates Boens made comments to others that connected him to the crime. Additionally, surveillance video indicates Boens was the last person with the victim before he died. 

DMPD detectives continue to investigate the incident. 

Police claim there is no ongoing threat to the public.

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