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Police Contact Over 160 Families in Hull Funeral Home Ashes Investigation

Humberside Police are meeting families to provide updates and support after recovering remains from Legacy Independent Funeral Directors.

  • Police recovered 35 bodies and unidentified ashes from the funeral home earlier this year.
  • DNA identification of the ashes is impossible, leaving families uncertain about their loved ones' remains.
  • Two individuals have been arrested on suspicion of fraud and improper burial practices.
  • Families are being given options regarding the recovered ashes, with support from local councils.
  • A permanent memorial and monthly vigils are being organized by affected families.
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