Authorities in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, Mexico, uncovered 383 embalmed bodies stored in deplorable conditions at the Plenitud crematorium, which had been operating irregularly and failing to cremate the remains for up to four years. The discovery followed reports from residents about foul odors emanating from the facility. Investigations revealed that families who paid for cremation services were instead given fake ashes, often containing sand or small stones. The crematorium served six local funeral homes and had been previously shut down twice in 2020 and 2022 due to similar complaints. The owner and an employee of the crematorium have been detained and formally charged with violations related to health regulations and the improper handling of human remains. The Chihuahua Attorney General's Office is working to identify the bodies, with only 27 identified so far, including four minors. The case has prompted outrage among families, with over 700 individuals seeking information about their loved ones and demanding justice. The United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights has called for a thorough and independent investigation into the matter. Authorities are also examining potential negligence or fraud involving the local funeral homes connected to the crematorium. The incident has raised serious concerns about regulatory oversight and the treatment of deceased individuals in the region.