An investigation is underway after dozens of decomposing human remains were found at a Chicago funeral home, authorities said. More than 50 bodies in various states of decomposition were located at the address associated with the South Chicago Chapel funeral home, Cook County officials said in a release Thursday.
Investigation Underway
The county medical examiner’s office is assessing the conditions of the remains, searching for documentation regarding identification of the decedents as well as death certificates. This process could take several days to ensure proper disposition.
A resident living next to the funeral home described the smell as like a dead mouse. The medical examiner’s office had been notified by Illinois and Chicago officials of decedents being improperly stored, the Cook County government news release said.
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