More than 50 bodies found improperly stored and decomposing at Chicago funeral home
Summary
More than 50 bodies were found decomposing and stored in poor conditions at South Chicago Chapel funeral home. Illinois officials suspended the funeral director’s license and are investigating the situation while trying to identify the remains and notify families.Key Facts
- Over 50 bodies were found in decomposing condition at a Chicago funeral home.
- The bodies were stored without proper refrigeration and in unsanitary conditions, including rodent and maggot infestations.
- Illinois state officials suspended the license of funeral director Johanna Morgan due to public safety concerns.
- The funeral home owners, Johanna Morgan and Clark X. Morgan, previously ran another crematory that had its license revoked after similar issues.
- Authorities, including forensic pathologists, are working to identify the bodies and locate death certificates.
- Chicago police are investigating but have not made any arrests yet.
- Neighbors reported a strong, unpleasant smell coming from the funeral home area.
- Clark X. Morgan had his funeral director license revoked and was fined related to unprofessional conduct and license issues in 2024.
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