Suspected Serial Killer On The Loose, Kills 13th Victim In Massachusetts

Diane LaVoie

June 10, 2025

Speculation about a serial killer active in New England has resurfaced after the discovery of Adriana Suazo’s body in Massachusetts.

The 21-year-old woman was found on June 1 in a wooded area in Milton, with no obvious signs of trauma, prompting an ongoing investigation by the Chief Medical Examiner.

Suazo’s death is the 13th unexplained case in remote or wooded locations across Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Maine since March.

This pattern has raised concerns among law enforcement and the public about the possibility of a serial offender in the region.

Suazo’s body adds to a concerning series of unexplained deaths across multiple states.

Patterns in these cases, community responses, and the region’s history with similar crimes shape the current discussion.

Since March, there have been 13 deaths in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Maine, all found in remote or wooded areas.

Most victims are young adults, and several bodies showed no clear signs of trauma, complicating cause-of-death determinations.

Locations like Milton, where Suazo was found, share isolation common to other cases.

The lack of evident injury has led to speculation about poisoning, suffocation, or other less visible causes.

Authorities continue forensic examinations to identify consistent factors connecting these deaths.

Residents near the discovery sites report increased fear and vigilance, particularly in rural and suburban neighborhoods.

Local law enforcement has urged caution but has not confirmed a direct threat from a single perpetrator.

About the author
Diane LaVoie
With over two decades of business journalism experience, Diane LaVoie has been leading our business coverage since 2017. A Nashua native and UNH graduate, Diane spent ten years at the Boston Globe covering regional economics before returning to her home state to raise her family. Her specialty is connecting national economic trends to local impacts, making complex financial news accessible to everyday readers. Diane has developed a respected column, "Granite State Business," featuring profiles of local entrepreneurs and analyzing economic development in New Hampshire's diverse communities from the North Country to the Massachusetts border. She serves on the board of the New Hampshire Small Business Development Center and frequently speaks at community events about the state's economic outlook. Outside of work, Diane is an avid gardener, cookbook collector, and youth soccer coach. She lives in Bedford with her husband and twin daughters.