State inspectors in Colorado discovered approximately 20 decomposing bodies behind a hidden door at a funeral home operated by the Pueblo County Coroner. Some of the bodies were reportedly up to 15 years old. The Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies has suspended the funeral home's license following these findings. Authorities also revealed that the funeral home failed to cremate bodies for extended periods and did not submit death records on time. The coroner admitted to potentially providing fake ashes to families who had requested cremations. Colorado Bureau of Investigation Director Armando Saldate described the situation as a profound violation of trust and a heartbreaking betrayal of the families who entrusted their loved ones to the funeral home. An investigation into the matter is ongoing.