Fears of a possible serial killer targeting victims across New England have sparked growing concern as authorities have been investigating a string of suspicious deaths. Officials haven’t publicly confirmed a connection between the cases,

The internet is rife with rumors that a serial killer is active in New England, but authorities are starting to address the chatter, and none are suggesting that several deaths at the center of the speculation are connected.

Rampant speculation is fueling fears of a New England serial killer but authorities are contending the cases of remains found aren't connected.