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Chicago funeral home investigated after 50 bodies found decomposing
Fox News • • nation
Key Points:
- Chicago authorities are investigating South Chicago Chapel after discovering over 50 improperly stored bodies in various states of decomposition, following months of complaints about a foul odor from the funeral home.
- The Cook County Medical Examiner's Office and state officials found bodies kept in unrefrigerated, rodent- and maggot-infested conditions, leading to the suspension of funeral director Johanna Morgan's license.
- No arrests or charges have been made yet, but Chicago police detectives are actively investigating the situation.
- The funeral home is operated by Johanna Morgan and her husband Clark Morgan, whose license was revoked earlier in 2024 for unprofessional conduct and practicing with an expired license.
- Families affected, such as Latasha Johnson whose mother’s funeral was held at the chapel, face additional distress as authorities require autopsies and identification of remains amid the investigation.
