It is with heavy hearts that we acknowledge the tragic death of 22-year-old Demetrius White, originally from Springfield, Massachusetts, who was found deceased inside an apartment in Haverhill, New Hampshire.
According to reports, law enforcement officers responded to multiple 911 calls in the early hours of April 20, 2026, regarding a disturbance at a residence on Nelson Street. When officers arrived at approximately 1:07 a.m., they entered the apartment and discovered White unresponsive. The scene was immediately treated as suspicious, prompting a thorough investigation.
Authorities have since confirmed that White’s body was transported for an autopsy to determine the exact cause and manner of death. As investigators continue to gather evidence, the case has drawn the involvement of the New Hampshire State Police and the state attorney general’s office.
Later that same day, officials announced the arrest of 21-year-old Jayden McClanahan of Hartford, Connecticut. He has been charged with burglary in connection to the incident and is currently being held on preventative detention. An arraignment is expected as the legal process begins to unfold.
At this time, many details remain unclear. Authorities have not yet disclosed the nature of the relationship, if any, between White and the suspect, nor have they confirmed what events led to the tragic outcome. The investigation remains active, with officials working to piece together the sequence of events.
