Rumours of a Texas serial killer operating in Houston have been firmly rejected by prosecutors, after a spate of recent body recoveries from local bayous triggered viral speculation online. Officials say the claims are not supported by evidence and warn that social media misinformation is fuelling unnecessary fear as investigations continue into each death.
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare addressed the growing panic following the discovery of three bodies in bayous in a single week during the holiday period. The finds brought the total number of bodies recovered from Houston-area waterways in 2025 to 34, close to last year's total of 35.
