Investigators are examining new evidence after the apparent deaths of two doctoral students at the University of South Florida, saying material recovered from a suspect’s bedroom and from online search histories could be significant to the case.
Authorities said items seized during searches of the suspect’s residence are being analyzed by forensic teams while digital investigators continue to review internet activity tied to devices recovered in the probe. Officials declined to release the victims’ names or detailed descriptions of the evidence because the investigation is ongoing.
Investigators say physical items from the bedroom, combined with timestamps and query logs from search histories, are being used to build a timeline and to identify possible motives or steps taken before and after the students were killed. Detectives are coordinating forensic, digital and forensic-accounting resources to match physical findings with online records.
Community and campus leaders have voiced concern as the inquiry continues. Law enforcement has urged anyone with relevant information, 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.