As New England authorities investigate ten bodies discovered across three states in less than two months, social media speculation about a serial killer runs rampant despite police insistence that there’s no evidence linking the cases.
Quick Takes
- Ten bodies discovered across Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts in under two months, with most identified victims being female
- A Facebook group dedicated to a supposed “New England Serial Killer” has swelled to over 67,500 members
- Rhode Island police investigated claims of clandestine graves after anonymous posts, finding no evidence
- Authorities emphasize there’s no confirmed connection between the deaths and no known threat to public safety
- Law enforcement warns against social media speculation, which can hinder ongoing investigations
Multiple Bodies Found Across Three States
Over the past two months, authorities have discovered ten bodies in various locations throughout Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts, fueling public concern about a potential serial killer operating in the region. The most recent discoveries include an unidentified body in Taunton, Massachusetts, and another found in the Connecticut River near Rocky Hill, Connecticut. Police have noted that most of the identified victims have been female, though they’ve consistently stated there’s no evidence connecting these cases or suggesting an elevated threat to public safety.
Despite the lack of official confirmation, online speculation has exploded, with searches for “New England serial killer” spiking on Google around April 7. The discovery of bodies in relatively close geographic proximity has led many citizens to draw their own conclusions, even as authorities work methodically through each individual case. Law enforcement agencies across the three states are actively investigating each death, working to identify victims and determine causes of death.
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Social Media Fuels Serial Killer Theory
A Facebook group initially named “New England Serial Killer” has gained tremendous traction, growing to over 67,500 members in a matter of weeks. The group has become a focal point for speculation, with members attempting to connect the separate cases into a coherent narrative of a single perpetrator. Detective Sergeant Brent Kuzman noted that confirmation bias within such groups often leads to unfounded connections between unrelated cases.
The online speculation reached a concerning level when Narragansett police in Rhode Island were alerted to anonymous posts in the Facebook group suggesting that multiple bodies were buried in the Black Point area of Scarborough Beach. Despite clear indicators that the post was a hoax, including references to “Rick Rolling” and a poem that spelled out “hoax,” authorities proceeded with an investigation to ensure public safety. Police conducted thorough searches with cadaver dogs, which yielded no evidence of clandestine graves.
Law Enforcement Response and Investigation
Multiple law enforcement agencies have issued statements cautioning against unverified claims spreading on social media, emphasizing that such speculation can actively interfere with ongoing investigations. The Connecticut State Police clearly stated that “there is no information at this time suggesting any connection to similar remains discoveries, and there is also no known threat to the public at this time.” Similarly, authorities in Massachusetts have stressed that they’re working diligently on each case but have found no evidence linking them.
Narragansett police confirmed they’ve been in communication with the FBI regarding the social media claims. Local and state police departments across all three states continue to investigate each death individually, following established protocols for identifying victims and determining causes of death. While the close timing of the discoveries has naturally raised questions, law enforcement has consistently maintained that there is currently no evidence suggesting these deaths are the work of a serial killer or that they represent an elevated threat to public safety.
