Houston Police Recover 89 Cremated Remains and 13 Bodies from Richardson Mortuary

Investigation into Richardson Mortuary

• 🔍 An investigation into Richardson Mortuary began after families reported finding bodies in poor conditions and shared videos on social media.
• ⚠️ State regulators issued a cease and desist order, and the mortuary remains shut down.

Discovery of Cremated Remains

• ⚱️ State officials identified nearly 90 unclaimed cremated remains at the mortuary.
• 🗓️ Some of these cremated remains may have been at the mortuary for over a year.
• 🤝 Houston Police are now holding the remains and assisting in reuniting them with families.

Recovery of Deceased Bodies

• 💔 A total of 13 bodies were discovered and relocated from inside the mortuary.
• ✅ Officials have confirmed that all 13 bodies have been identified and families have been contacted.

Ongoing Efforts and Family Outreach

• 🏡 So far, only six cremated remains have been returned to families, with a focus on reuniting the rest.
• 📞 Officials urge families who believe their loved ones' remains may be involved to contact Houston Police's Major Offenders Division at 713-308-3100.
• ⚖️ The criminal investigation into the mortuary is ongoing and is expected to be a prolonged process.

Advice for Choosing Funeral Providers

• 📝 The state Funeral Service Commission advises consumers to check for past violations and file complaints if affected when choosing a funeral provider.