Paige Fannon, Denise Leary, Michele Romano, Tanya Denise Jackson, Tatiana Marie Dykes, and Others
Paige Fannon, Denise Leary, Michele Romano, Tanya Denise Jackson, Tatiana Marie Dykes, and Others: Police Investigate Potential Serial Killer Along East Coast Interstate Corridors After 10 Bodies Found in Recent Months
In recent months, a series of unsettling discoveries along the East Coast’s major interstate corridors have raised alarm among law enforcement agencies and the public alike. The bodies of at least ten women have been found in various states, including Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts, prompting fears of a serial killer operating in the region. The victims, many of whom were reportedly living transient lifestyles, have been found in secluded areas near highways, leading investigators to consider the possibility of a mobile killer targeting vulnerable individuals.(Crime Online, New York Post)
Victim Profiles
Paige Fannon
Paige Fannon, 35, was found deceased in Norwalk, Connecticut, on March 6. She had been reported missing earlier and her remains were discovered near a bike path in Springfield, Massachusetts.(Crime Online)
Denise Leary
Denise Leary, 59, was discovered in New Haven, Connecticut, on March 19. Her body was found in a wooded area near a cemetery, raising concerns about the circumstances of her death.(Crime Online)
Michele Romano
Michele Romano, 56, was found in Foster, Rhode Island, on March 26. She had been missing since August of the previous year, and her remains were discovered in a rural area near a hiking trail.(Crime Online)
Tanya Denise Jackson
Tanya Denise Jackson, an Army veteran, was identified as a victim in the Gilgo Beach serial killings case. Her remains were found in a green plastic Rubbermaid container near a road along the west side of a lake. She had a tattoo of a heart-shaped peach with a bite out of it and two drips falling from its core, which led to the nickname “Peaches.” Her daughter, Tatiana Marie Dykes, was also found nearby, wrapped in a blanket and showing no visible signs of trauma.(Wikipedia)
Tatiana Marie Dykes
Tatiana Marie Dykes, 2, was identified as the daughter of Tanya Denise Jackson. Her remains were found on April 4, 2011, about 250 feet away from the partial remains of Valerie Mack. DNA tests determined that the child’s mother was “Jane Doe No. 3,” whose body was found 10 miles west, near Jones Beach State Park. On April 23, 2025, Nassau County police announced that they had identified “Baby Doe” as 2-year-old Tatiana Marie Dykes and her mother as Tanya Denise Jackson.(Wikipedia)
Investigative Developments
The discovery of these bodies has prompted law enforcement agencies across multiple East Coast states to intensify their investigation into a potential serial killer operating along major interstate corridors. Authorities believe the pattern of discoveries—primarily involving female victims—suggests a potentially mobile killer with access to the Eastern Seaboard’s highway network, particularly Interstate 91 (I-91) and surrounding routes.
While some remains were intact and identified, others were too degraded for immediate identification. Investigators are working diligently to determine the identities and causes of death for all victims. The FBI’s Behavioral Science Unit and Violent Crime’s Apprehension Program (ViCAP) are coordinating efforts to connect these cases and identify any patterns that may link them to other unsolved homicides along the nation’s highways.(Crime Online, whitecollarforensic.com)
Public Response and Media Coverage
The public’s concern has been palpable, with social media platforms buzzing with speculation about the possibility of a serial killer targeting vulnerable women along the East Coast. The “New England Serial Killer” Facebook group gained more than 15,000 new members this month, bringing its total to 65,300, according to MassLive.com. Advocacy groups like Truckers Against Trafficking are also working to combat human trafficking by training truckers to identify and intervene in such situations.(Crime Online, New York Post)
Conclusion
As investigations continue, authorities urge the public to remain vigilant and report any information that may assist in identifying the perpetrator(s) responsible for these heinous crimes. The collaboration between local, state, and federal agencies, along with the support of the community, is crucial in bringing justice to the victims and preventing further tragedies.
