The discovery of a 21-year-old Black woman, Adriana Suazo, found dead in a wooded area of Milton, Massachusetts, on June 1, has brought the number of unexplained deaths across New England to 13 since March 2025. Most of the victims have been women, and several remain unidentified. While no official link has been confirmed between the deaths, the pattern and frequency have raised public fears that a serial killer may be operating in the region.
Authorities have yet to publicly connect the cases, but the circumstances—bodies found in secluded locations with little to no explanation—have caused concern and calls for greater transparency.
Victims Listed in Chronological Order
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Paige Fannon, 35 — Norwalk, Connecticut (March 6)
Found in the Norwalk River. No further details released publicly. -
Suzanne Wormser, 58 — Groton, Connecticut (March 19)
Her dismembered remains were discovered in a suitcase. A suspect was identified but died in custody. -
Denise Leary, 59 — New Haven, Connecticut (March 25)
Found under unclear circumstances. The cause of death has not been disclosed. -
Michele Romano, 56 — Foster, Rhode Island (March 26)
Body discovered in a wooded area. The case remains under investigation. -
Unidentified Remains — Killingly, Connecticut (April 9)
Human remains found in a remote wooded location. Identification pending. -
Unidentified Woman — Pawtucket, Rhode Island (April 20)
Recovered from the Seekonk River. No further information has been released. -
Meggan Meredith, 45 — Springfield, Massachusetts (April 22)
Found near a bike path. No known cause of death or suspect at this time. -
Unidentified Woman — Taunton, Massachusetts (April 27)
Discovered in a wooded area. Identity and cause of death not yet made public. -
Unidentified Body — Rocky Hill, Connecticut (April 27)
Found in the Connecticut River. Details remain limited. -
Jasmine Wilkes, 34 — New Haven, Connecticut (May 30)
Found in Edgewood Park. The investigation is ongoing. -
Unidentified Victim — Location undisclosed (Spring 2025)
Confirmed by law enforcement as part of the larger pattern but withheld from public disclosure. -
Unidentified Victim — Location undisclosed (Spring 2025)
A second undisclosed case acknowledged by officials as part of the active review of similar incidents. -
Adriana Suazo, 21 — Milton, Massachusetts (June 1)
Discovered behind 143 Central Avenue in a wooded offshoot. Police reported no visible signs of trauma. Her death has reignited public fears, as she is now the 13th person found dead under similar circumstances in just over three months.
Community Concern and Speculation
The consistent discovery of bodies in wooded areas, rivers, and other isolated environments has led to increased speculation among residents and social media users that these deaths may be connected. Several online communities have begun mapping the locations and timelines of the cases, questioning whether authorities are overlooking a possible serial offender.
The victims range in age from early twenties to late fifties. While there is no clear victim profile, the frequency and lack of resolution in the investigations have made the public uneasy.
Official Statements
Law enforcement agencies across Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island have stated that, at present, there is no confirmed connection between the cases. Many remain under active investigation, with toxicology and autopsy results pending.
Authorities continue to urge the public not to jump to conclusions and state that many of the cases could involve natural causes, overdoses, or isolated criminal incidents. Still, no suspect has been identified in most cases, and no motive has been confirmed in any.
How to Submit Information
Anyone who may have relevant information about these deaths is urged to contact the appropriate authorities. Even seemingly minor details could assist investigators.
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Massachusetts State Police / Norfolk District Attorney Tip Line:
781‑830‑4990 -
FBI Boston Field Office:
857‑386‑2000
Online tips: tips.fbi.gov -
Boston Crime Stoppers (Anonymous):
1‑800‑494‑TIPS
Text TIP to 27463
