Thursday, July 26, 2007
Former Pike County Funeral Director Arraigned.
Richard Justice, former owner and operator of Justice Funeral Home in Pikeville, was arraigned Wednesday in Pike County Court. The 53 year-old was indicted last month. Justice is accused of fraud and stealing more than $80,000 in pre-paid funeral expenses. According to court documents, there are 12 victims, most over 70 years of age. Justice is also accused of operating a funeral home without a proper license.