At least 14 people found dead in Houston bayous in 2025. Texas expert refutes serial killer rumors.

At least 14 people have been found dead in Houston bayous this year – could it mean a serial killer is on the loose in Houston? Your TikTok feed may say so, but Houston police say it’s not possible.

In a six-day span last week, five people were found dead in or around the Buffalo, White Oak, Brays and Greens bayous. One of them was University of Houston student Jade McKissic, a campus tour guide and social media editor remembered as a well-rounded, down to earth and creative person.

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