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Florida Man Arrested for 1997 Murders of Mother and Daughter

12/6/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Andrew Dykes, 66, was arrested in Florida and charged with 1997 murders of Tanya Jackson and her daughter Tatiana.
Jackson's remains were found in a Rubbermaid bin at Hempstead Lake State Park, and Tatiana's were discovered in 2011 near Gilgo Beach.
Authorities say the case is separate from the Gilgo Beach murders.
The indictment's evidence has not been disclosed.

History

Historical Context

The Gilgo Beach murders, linked to the 2010 disappearance of Shannan Gilbert, involved the discovery of ten victims' remains between December 2010 and April 2011 along Long Island's Ocean Parkway. These women, primarily sex workers, highlighted systemic issues of violence against women. The recent arrest of Rex Heuermann in 2023 for multiple murders underscores ongoing challenges in solving cold cases and improving investigative practices.

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Story summary

Andrew Dykes, 66, was arrested in Florida and charged with 1997 murders of Tanya Jackson and her daughter Tatiana.
Jackson's remains were found in a Rubbermaid bin at Hempstead Lake State Park, and Tatiana's were discovered in 2011 near Gilgo Beach.
Authorities say the case is separate from the Gilgo Beach murders.
The indictment's evidence has not been disclosed.

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