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More than 50 decomposing bodies found at Far South Side funeral home

An investigation was underway at a Far South Side funeral home after more than 50 decomposing bodies were found in the facility.

Chicago police and state investigators are currently examining a Far South Side funeral home after the discovery of more than 50 decomposing bodies inside the facility. The funeral director's license has been suspended due to the deplorable conditions, which included rodent and maggot infestations. The Chicago Police Department and the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office have confirmed that they were notified about the improper storage of bodies at the South Chicago Chapel funeral home.

The medical examiner's office is now assessing the conditions of the bodies and searching for identification documents, a process that may take several days.

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