FL - Two women murdered on Tamiami Trail on diff days, Sarasota, Feb-Mar'22 *Arrest*

[FL Wannabe]

were they found in the water or on the trails?

The name of the street is Tamiami Trail. There is no actual trail, like for hiking. Tamiami Trail is one of the main north - south roads along the west coast of Florida. It's also known as US41.

Both women were found in the water.

 

[LadyL]

The name of the street is Tamiami Trail. There is no actual trail, like for hiking. Tamiami Trail is one of the main north - south roads along the west coast of Florida. It's also known as US41.

Both women were found in the water.

thank you - I was a bit confused

 

[PayrollNerd]

Sarasota Police Dept Facebook post this afternoon. The comments are showing missing posters of one woman which is very unkind, as Marsy's Law protects their identities. You can see from the ground that they are near water.

HAPPENING NOW: We’re continuing our investigation into two homicides. Two women were found dead along N Tamiami Trl on February 25th & March 10th. We continue to ask the public for any information. You can remain anonymous. Please call us at 941-263-6070 or CrimeStoppers at 941-366-TIPS.

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[GatorFL]

Sarasota Police Dept Facebook post this afternoon. The comments are showing missing posters of one woman which is very unkind, as Marsy's Law protects their identities. You can see from the ground that they are near water.

HAPPENING NOW: We’re continuing our investigation into two homicides. Two women were found dead along N Tamiami Trl on February 25th & March 10th. We continue to ask the public for any information. You can remain anonymous. Please call us at 941-263-6070 or CrimeStoppers at 941-366-TIPS.

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Some very interesting commentary on that thread. One woman whose mom died in a similar manner. Makes me wonder if there is a serial killer there?

 

[LadyL]

Some very interesting commentary on that thread. One woman whose mom died in a similar manner. Makes me wonder if there is a serial killer there?

I don't see any comments at that link?

 

[GatorFL]

I don't see any comments at that link?

Click through to view it on FB, I just checked, over 200 comments.

 

[PayrollNerd]

Sarasota PD continuing investigation into two homicides, neighbors on high alert

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Increased patrols by police officers are happening throughout the City of Sarasota along North Tamiami Trail. On Tuesday, police walked in neighborhoods near the two scenes and through the woods looking for evidence.

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Although police say there are only two homicides at this time, the family of Juanita Swails reached out to ABC7, saying they were concerned police may have missed evidence tying their mother’s death to this series of crimes.

Juanita Swails’ body was found nude in a nearby area in two feet of water. Her daughter, Lisa Robinson, told ABC7 that seeing the other deaths sparked their desire to get their mother’s name back out there and the case reopened. Their mother’s cause of death was officially listed as drowning, but now they wonder if there is a connection.

 

[tlcya]

3 minute drive or 12 minute walk from the two recent homicides per google maps. yeah that can't be a coincidence, right?

Can't find any articles that specify WHERE Juanita Swails body was found but wish we knew how close to the area of these recent murders.

 

[GatorFL]

Sarasota PD continuing investigation into two homicides, neighbors on high alert

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Increased patrols by police officers are happening throughout the City of Sarasota along North Tamiami Trail. On Tuesday, police walked in neighborhoods near the two scenes and through the woods looking for evidence.

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Although police say there are only two homicides at this time, the family of Juanita Swails reached out to ABC7, saying they were concerned police may have missed evidence tying their mother’s death to this series of crimes.

Juanita Swails’ body was found nude in a nearby area in two feet of water. Her daughter, Lisa Robinson, told ABC7 that seeing the other deaths sparked their desire to get their mother’s name back out there and the case reopened. Their mother’s cause of death was officially listed as drowning, but now they wonder if there is a connection.

I'm sort of surprised her suspicious death was not tied to these other two by the police.

 

[PayrollNerd]

I'm sort of surprised her suspicious death was not tied to these other two by the police.

Juanita Swails was found deceased in 2019 and the ME ruled it drowning per a comment on the Sarasota Police Facebook page. Now, I realize that needs a source from MSM but I can't find a better one. I can't find an obituary, etc. So, you'll have to take it as my opinion and speculation to stay within WS rules.

 

[SandyQLS]

This ABC news segment video includes photos and info. about Juanita Swails. Her daughters appear and mention their mother being found at Mound St., and also suggest a possible 4th victim at 10th Street. hth

Juanita Swails Death

 

[LadyL]

Click through to view it on FB, I just checked, over 200 comments.

thank you yes over 400 comments now
I noticed the police seem to be monitoring the thread (which is unusual in my experience) and are actually responding to people's comments so that's good

 

[GatorFL]

thank you yes over 400 comments now
I noticed the police seem to be monitoring the thread (which is unusual in my experience) and are actually responding to people's comments so that's good

It's the official SPD Facebook page, so I'm not sure how unusual it is that they are commenting. They're not saying much, which is typical of a criminal investigation. JMO

 

[PayrollNerd]

It sounds like they were homeless and vulnerable. There is literally no housing here.

Questions surround ‘suspicious' deaths of two Sarasota women, deputies say (msn.com)

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Authorities said they have yet to determine if the two women knew each other or if the suspect or suspects knew the victims. The woman whose body was found in February was an unhoused citizen.

The woman whose body was found in March was in between living with family members. Police said she was in the process of receiving housing.

 

[MaryG12]

Nice city

Investigation into 2 women's bodies found weeks apart near Tamiami Trail

Sort of related:

Gruesome shootings this year shock Sarasota leaders

 

[MaryG12]

The second murder location is even closer and in my opinion, it is a known trail for crimes. Every time we hear a helicopter, there's a runner..... they're looking for someone who did something. Drug busts are more common than prostitution. My guess would be neither of these women were in the business of prostitution. LE has cracked down considerably on that industry. I wonder if they were out running/jogging, walking dogs, walking to/from a restaurant or other business.

The influx of people to Sarasota has been ungodly in the last year. The increase in crime has been unbelievable. The traffic is horrendous. There is no housing, none. JMO and please, if you're visiting here, be very aware of your surroundings and carry mace or something. Stay away from the parks near downtown after sunset. Nothing good is ever going on at that point.

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Sarasota resident here, the growth is uncontrollable, lack of infrastructure, far too many people moving here, it is also very expensive to live here.

 

[LadyL]

It's the official SPD Facebook page, so I'm not sure how unusual it is that they are commenting. They're not saying much, which is typical of a criminal investigation. JMO

in my experience of following many official police pages, it is unusual

 

[GatorFL]

in my experience of following many official police pages, it is unusual

I've occassionally read a few other Sheriff dept pages in FL. In my experience, they do comment frequently, especially when they need help. But it definitely varies by county.

 

[PayrollNerd]

This area is a huge tourist destination due to the Siesta Key Beach being named #1 in the US over the years. The county has dropped millions into renovations. The tourist trade sustains this area. You can't put out rumors of unproven crime and still get the tourists to come and spend their money. That has to be shut down, not only because it is unethical but the drop in tourism dollars can be catastrophic. Spring breakers and their parents are going to go elsewhere if they don't feel they can be safe. In my opinion, that is exactly why the police department is so vocal online.

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[Hap]

This area is a huge tourist destination due to the Siesta Key Beach being named #1 in the US over the years. The county has dropped millions into renovations. The tourist trade sustains this area. You can't put out rumors of unproven crime and still get the tourists to come and spend their money. That has to be shut down, not only because it is unethical but the drop in tourism dollars can be catastrophic. Spring breakers and their parents are going to go elsewhere if they don't feel they can be safe. In my opinion, that is exactly why the police department is so vocal online.

THIS^^^