"Colorado Funeral Home Owners Arrested for Covid Relief Fraud and Decaying Bodies"
The owners of a Colorado funeral home, where 190 decaying bodies were found, have been indicted on federal charges for fraudulently obtaining nearly $900,000 in pandemic relief funds and also face state charges for abusing corpses. The couple allegedly used the funds for personal expenses, including cars, vacations, and cryptocurrency, while leaving behind unpaid bills and unsettled business disputes. Families discovered that their loved ones were not properly cremated, leading to a devastating impact on hundreds of grieving families. The case has also highlighted lax regulations for funeral homes in Colorado, prompting lawmakers to introduce bills for stricter rules.
1 year ago•Source: The Guardian US
