Cemeteries are appealing targets for vandals, thieves, and general hooligans who want to conduct their mischief away from prying eyes. Dead men tell no tales, and so the dearly departed are often victims of crimes from grave robbing to vandalism. This is not a new problem. Medical students in 1770 formed the “Spunker Club” to... Continue Reading →
They Aim to Misbehave: Cemetery Visitors Cause Chaos
Most of the time, when people visit a cemetery they comport themselves with dignity and respect. Even if they are not there to pay their respects at a loved one’s resting place, many people come to cemeteries to admire the art, jog, or enjoy the scenery. Unfortunately, cemeteries can also be targets for vandalism and... Continue Reading →
Six Feet Deep in Trouble
Sometimes, cemetery owners can dig themselves a hole they can‘t get out of. This isn’t an article about excessively deep graves, but the legal trouble that some cemeteries have created for themselves through greed, neglect, and disrespect for the dearly departed. Dangerous Graves While visiting a loved one’s grave can bring closure and healing, for... Continue Reading →
