Funeral Home Director Arrested After Authorities Find 18 Decomposing Bodies
Mar. 15, 2025Chris Johnson.Photo:Courtesy Coffee County Sheriff’s Office
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Courtesy Coffee County Sheriff’s Office
A Georgia funeral home owner was arrested on Sunday, Oct. 27, after authorities allegedly found 18 human bodies in various stages of decomposition while serving an eviction notice at the property.
The bodies were discovered after deputies served the eviction notice at Johnson Funeral Home in Douglas on Saturday, Oct. 26.
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“This investigation is active and ongoing,” the GBI said in the press release. “Additional charges are expected.”
A funeral home spokesperson could not be reached for comment.
It is unclear if Johnson has an attorney or if he has entered a plea.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Coffee County Sheriff’s Office at 912-384-4227 or the GBI Regional Investigative Office in Douglas at 912-389-4103.
source: people.com
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