New England serial killer fears: Rhode Island police search for 'clandestine graves' amid string of 8 deaths, social media rumors
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The Narragansett Police Department initiated searches for potential clandestine graves after anonymous social media posts suggested multiple bodies might be buried near Scarborough Beach. This followed the discovery of eight bodies across New England, leading to increased panic fueled by social media speculation. Despite the concerning nature of the posts, police investigations with cadaver dogs yielded no significant findings, indicating that the rumors may have stemmed from a hoax. Authorities emphasized the importance of investigating all leads while ensuring public safety.
Narragansett police emphasized the need to investigate the concerning anonymous posts about buried bodies, but ultimately found no evidence of any foul play in their searches.
Detective Sgt. Kuzman stated that while the online confessions seemed playful, the police took them seriously to ensure public safety, showing their commitment to following up on all leads.
Read at New York Post
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