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Dozens of decomposing bodies found in funeral home in Chicago

US police discovered 57 decomposing bodies in a Chicago funeral home after residents complained about the smell.

9 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Investigators discovered 57 decomposing bodies in a funeral home in Chicago after residents reported a strong odor. According to reports, the bodies are already infested with maggots, indicating they have been there for an extended period.

The owner of the funeral home is said to have had previous encounters with the police. The exact circumstances of the discovery and potential legal actions are still unclear. The police are currently conducting further investigations.

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