The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office has dismissed claims that a serial killer is on the loose after three women were found dead in the area within three days. In a social media post on Tuesday, authorities stated: 'We are aware of rumours circulating about a serial killer on the loose in Jacksonville. We can confirm these claims are FALSE.'
Detectives are investigating each case separately, following the facts and evidence. The sheriff's office reassured the public that there is no danger related to these incidents, though updates will be shared as soon as possible.
The deaths occurred between Saturday and Monday. On Saturday, 24-year-old Cherrish Nunley, a mother of two, was found shot dead in a parking lot. A GoFundMe page described her as 'a bright, beautiful girl, a wonderful mom and aunt.'
On Sunday, the body of Tiffany Felton was discovered under a bridge by a fisherman. Then on Monday, a woman was found unresponsive in a rooming house in the Phoenix neighbourhood; the circumstances of her death remain unclear.
Despite the official denial, social media users have continued to speculate. One Facebook user wrote: '3 bodies in 3 days? Forgive me but you can’t credibly say it’s not a serial killer if you haven’t solved it yet.'
Initial reports suggest the deaths are not connected, and it is not known if any arrests have been made. The Independent has contacted the sheriff's office for further information.
