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Funeral home owner sentenced to 30 years in prison
A Colorado funeral home owner received a 30-year prison sentence for her involvement in a corpse abuse scheme. The case has prompted increased scrutiny of the funeral industry in the state. (sources: theguardian, pbs)
ModernAction Briefing
The co-owner of a Colorado funeral home was sentenced to 30 years in prison for hiding nearly 200 decomposing bodies. This case has led to calls for tighter regulations in the funeral industry.
- The funeral home owner was sentenced in state court.
- She was involved in a scheme with her ex-husband to hide decomposing bodies.
- The case has highlighted issues of oversight in the funeral industry in Colorado.
Why it matters
The sentencing may lead to regulatory changes in the funeral industry to prevent similar incidents.
No specific legislation identified for action yet.