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A New England series killer? Crime experts react to rampant rumors

A New England series killer? Crime experts react to rampant rumors

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  • Despite the online rumors of a New England series killer, the law enforcement authorities say that there is no evidence that the latest discoveries are connected to each other.
  • Social media groups dedicated to the theory “New England Serial Killer” have won thousands of members who are driven by speculations and fear.
  • Criminology experts warn against taking online rumors seriously and emphasize the difference between public fascination and factual evidence.

Criminal law enforcement agencies in all of New England say that there is no evidence that the areas found throughout the region are connected to a serial killer.

But that didn't stop the online rumor mill.

Register on Facebook and there are several groups that have devoted themselves to a “New England series killer” from which you believe that he is aiming at middle-aged women.

“I'm new to this group and I have the feeling that it is stupid to ask, I come from Maine, live here. Should I worry that the SK is going lots?” A commentator asked on the Facebook page, New England Serial Killer #Nesk. “Or am I far away from it, it does not affect me or my Mainers. I have frightened a bit because I heard music all the time with my earphones and normally with my little 13 pound dog. But as I said, should I be afraid? Should I also take precautions? I don't even want to sleep now. I'm actually so scared.”

Another commentator said: “I am surprised about the age of most of the middle -aged women. I am excited to see why so many are older. I think that's a possible connection. Thoughts>”

“I can understand that I don't want to jump to conclusions or cause a panic, but why does it always seem as if the police are only dead against the possibility of a serial killer?” A third commentator wondered.

“There for several months”: Firefighters find human remains near Framingham brushfire in front of the mass pike

The page was started on April 25th and has attracted more than 2,600 members since then – 600 of them compete on April 28th to 29th – With hundreds of contributions a day. People ask questions and share the theories about what they consider to be a serial killer. The page and others like it, there may be at least 10 “victims” of the “serial killer”, if not.

James Alan Fox, Research Professor of Criminology at Northeastern University in Boston, said that people have to have a critical eye when it comes to the online rumor cabin.

“I wouldn't take it with a granulet of salt, but with the whole shaker,” he said. “I am sure some people may be afraid, but most people are fascinated and it is a break from their secular life.”

“No indication of a foul” for the body found in Framingham

Lies were found in Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, as well as in several in Massachusetts, including one in Framingham on April 10th. On this day, firefighters fought skeletal residues against a brush fire near exit 117 on the Pike.

The remains were sent to a forensic anthropologist, with the Middlesex public prosecutor said that there is no evidence of a bad game.

The office of the da repeated this point on Monday, April 28th.

“There is no indication of a bad game,” wrote a spokeswoman in an e -mail.

What we know about the skull found in Plymouth

Part of a human skull was found in Plymouth in Plymouth in Plymouth. The Prymouth police handed over the skull to the Cape Cod Medical Examiner office in order to achieve another forensic analysis, the police report said. Plymouth's police said they plan to create reports on people who have been missing in the area in recent years and can restrict their search as soon as the age and gender of the person are defined.

What about the corpses in Springfield, MA and Killing, CT

On April 22nd, a woman was found dead on a bike path in Springfield last week. The District Prosecutor of Hampden County, Anthony Gulluni, said in a statement that online rumors about a serial killer harm more damage than the investigators.

“While online conversations for these incidents continue to grow, we are asking the public to consciously play the role in the spread of fear or misinformation,” said Gulluni. “Uns -verified claims can affect active examinations and contribute to a feeling of chaos that does not reflect the full image.”

The Connecticut State police found the information about Skoodward Street on April 9th ​​in the national system for missing and unidentified persons. CT State Police officials claim that according to CT Insider, the death of the man does not seem to be connected to other cases.

Like Gulluni, the Connecticut State police told Fox News: “At this point there is no information that has discovered a connection to similar remains, and there is currently no known threat to the public at this time.”

Despite these criminal insurance, the online discussion continues.

True crime shows people a false feeling of knowledge

Fox said that the growth of the popularity of true crime televisions, documentaries and podcasts led to the feeling that they get to know each other through criminal investigations.

“You are not,” he said. “One of the reasons why I don't see any real crime -TV shows is how they describe the situation and do things is for an audience who knows very little. It is as if doctors don't see medical shows, they are very fundamental. They are banal, even though I enjoy” law & order “.”

Fox said there had to be more evidence than just several bodies in a general region. He said that the cause of death, gender, place and other factors are important, and there is not enough evidence to make a jump from afar to the conclusion that there is a serial killer.

“There is a difference between real and fiction,” said Fox. “It's really about the entertainment factor and the opportunity to exchange ideas and have a good time. You are not really afraid. It's about being entertained.”

Norman Miller can be reached at 508-626-3823 or nmiller@wickedlocal.com. For the latest news for public security, follow him on X @Norman_Millermw or on Facebook at facebook.com/NORMANMILLERCRIME.

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