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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Erin Keller

79 unknown ‘cremains’ found in Houston funeral home damaged in hurricane as police ask for help identifying them

The Houston Police Department is trying to help Texas families reunite with the cremated remains, or “cremains,” of loved ones discovered at a funeral home damaged by Hurricane Beryl.

In April, HPD inspected Richardson Mortuary, located at 3201 Brookfield Drive, after a family discovered disturbing conditions, including bodies left in hot rooms and debris scattered throughout the building following the July 2024 storm.

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