The source examines a crisis in Houston, Texas, where at least sixteen bodies were recovered from the city's bayous in 2025, sparking widespread fear and speculation about a potential serial killer. While Houston police officials and Mayor John Whitmire vigorously deny any connection among the deaths, citing a lack of evidence and blaming misinformation from social media, residents and families of victims remain unconvinced. The episode details the history and nature of the bayous as dangerous urban waterways frequently claiming lives due to accidents, homelessness, and drug use, but notes that the current rate of discovery is unprecedented. Furthermore, the episode explores the societal factors contributing to the deaths, including the large unhoused population, fentanyl usage, and general urban neglect, contrasting the official stance with the public's demand for answers.

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