Authorities in Phoenix have arrested a 17-year-old boy after discovering he had been living in a home alongside a decomposing body for several months. Police were alerted when neighbors became concerned about strange smells coming from the house. After investigating, officers found the body of a deceased man in the same residence and determined he had died of natural causes. The teen, whose relationship to the man is still under investigation, was charged with multiple offenses, including fraud and theft, after allegedly using the deceased man’s identity for personal gain.
Officials say the teen continued living in the home following the man’s death and even maintained utility services while posing as the deceased. The bizarre case has shocked the local community, prompting questions about how long the situation went unnoticed and highlighting the need for stronger wellness checks or community oversight in residential areas.
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