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More remains identified at South Chicago Chapel, community forum planned
More remains have been identified at South Chicago Chapel after over 50 human remains were recovered.
CHICAGO - Chicago police are investigating a funeral home as the Cook County medical examiner’s office continues working to identify over 50 people whose remains were found improperly stored in deplorable conditions on Aug. 6.
Now, attorneys are trying to reach their families.
Chicago funeral home investigation ongoing
The backstory:
Families who believed their deceased loved ones were being professionally cared for by South Chicago Chapel gathered at the scene as bodies were removed during the investigation.
Some families said they did not know the status of their loved ones. Others expressed distress over reports about the condition of the remains.
So far, 24 of the 57 people have been identified. Some have since received proper funerals.
What you can do:
On Friday, families with questions can attend a community forum to learn about their legal options.
Civil rights attorneys from Chicago-based Hale Law will provide guidance to families. Lisette Guillen, host of "Case Files Chicago," is organizing the event.
The forum will be held from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Genesis Ministry, 11153 S. Hoyne Ave. in Chicago.
Guillen said each family’s case is different. Attorneys will help families determine whether they may have grounds to file a lawsuit against the funeral home’s operators.
She said families will receive legal guidance at no cost.
At the very least, Guillen said, the forum will offer families a place to connect with others facing an unimaginable experience and remind them they are not alone.
The Source: The information in this article was reported by FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum.