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Robert Bush arriving at Hull Crown Court
A former funeral director has pleaded guilty to 36 charges of fraud after a major investigation into human remains found at his premises.
Robert Bush, 47, admitted 35 offences of fraud by false representation and another of fraudulently running a business Hull-based Legacy Independent Funeral Directors.
He also denied 30 counts of preventing lawful and decent burials and one charge of stealing money from charity collection boxes, during a hearing at Hull Crown Court.
Mr Bush, formerly of Kirk Ella, East Yorkshire and now residing in West Yorkshire, will face a trial at Sheffield Crown Court on 5 October 2026.
Humberside Police began its inquiry into Legacy Independent Funeral Directors following a report of "concern for care of the deceased" in March 2024.
Mr Bush was bailed until his next court appearance.
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