Investigators are probing the apparent deaths of two doctoral students at the University of South Florida and have disclosed new evidence recovered from a suspect’s bedroom and from his online search history. Authorities say items seized during searches of the suspect’s residence are being examined by forensic teams while digital investigators continue to review internet activity tied to devices recovered in the investigation.
Police have not released the names of the victims or detailed descriptions of the evidence, citing an ongoing inquiry. Officials say the material from the bedroom — along with timestamps and query logs from search histories — is helping build a timeline of events and identify possible motives or steps taken before and after the students were killed. Detectives are reportedly coordinating forensic, digital and forensic-accounting resources to corroborate physical findings with online records.
Community and campus officials have expressed concern as the investigation continues. Law enforcement has urged anyone with information or relevant video, messages or device records to come forward. The probe remains active, and authorities say they will provide updates as more verified information becomes available. Cristian Benavides reports for CBS News on the developing investigation.