Authorities are investigating a case involving a 26-year-old man, Javian Major, accused of exploiting grieving families by posing as a funeral home director.
Law & Crime reports, Houston authorities are investigating a disturbing case involving a 26-year-old man, Javian Major, accused of exploiting grieving families by posing as a funeral home director and embezzling life insurance payouts meant for their deceased loved ones. Major, currently facing a forgery charge, allegedly deceived families during their most vulnerable moments, leaving over 50 victims in his wake.
“This is a case that absolutely turned my stomach because you’re dealing with people at the most vulnerable time of their lives after they lost somebody that they loved and cared for,” remarked Alan Rosen, Harris County Constable for Precinct 1, during a press conference.
The alleged scam involved Major reaching out to victims through social media or mutual connections, masquerading as a licensed funeral director. Promising to manage funeral arrangements, Major failed to fulfill his commitments, exploiting the trust of grieving families.