Rumours of a serial killer in New England have exploded on social media after eight bodies were discovered across Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Massachusetts between March and April. Platforms like Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram are buzzing with fear, though local and state police have yet to officially link any of the deaths. Authorities have stated it remains unclear how many, if any, of the deaths are homicides.

The Narragansett Police Department launched a search operation this week after receiving a tip from a Facebook group. In a Thursday post, the department said that an anonymous user on a private group, formerly named "New England Serial Killer", suggested multiple bodies might be buried in the Black Point area of Scarborough Beach. Only the group’s administrator had access to the identity of the individual who made the alarming post. Police are treating the tip seriously and have been actively searching the area.

Timeline Of Recent Body Discoveries

Between March and April, eight human remains have been found in towns including New Haven, Norwalk, Groton, Killingly, Foster, Framingham, Plymouth, and Springfield.

So far, only three of the deceased individuals have been identified:

 - March 6: The body of 35-year-old Paige Fannon from West Islip, New York, was found in the Norwalk River after a heavy rainstorm.

 - March 21: Police discovered the remains of missing 59-year-old Denise Leary.

 - March 25: In a wooded area of Foster, Rhode Island, authorities found the remains of 56-year-old Michele Romano.

Several other bodies remain unidentified, fueling more speculation across the region.

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Experts Weigh In

Peter Valentin, Chair of the Forensic Science Department at the University of New Haven, told Fox News Digital that the discovery process and early handling of these cases suggest that the victims may not have clear signs of foul play. "Cops responding to an unresponsive person indicates no obvious trauma that would negate life-saving efforts," he explained, suggesting not every case should immediately raise alarms about serial killings.

Social Media’s Role In Fueling Panic

The Facebook group that ignited the rumours, initially named "New England Serial Killer," had more than 65,000 members before being renamed due to platform policies and requests from victims’ families. Michele Romano’s family, in particular, urged the group not to include her in the unproven serial killer narrative, highlighting the need for sensitivity.

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