A shocking discovery occurred in Burlington, Connecticut, when a new homeowner found three skeletal remains inside a house purchased at a foreclosure auction. The bodies were identified as Sally Ann Cash, 54, and her son, Brian Cash, 22, who were the previous owners of the property. The third set of remains is still undergoing DNA testing. The discovery highlights the inherent risks of buying properties "as-is" through foreclosure sales, where buyers may not have the opportunity to inspect the interior.
The foreclosure process for the Burlington home began in August, with the former owners, Sally Ann and Paul Cash, failing to appear in any court proceedings. Experts estimate that between 10% and 25% of foreclosures proceed without homeowner engagement. The property, valued at $850,000 by the bank but selling for $525,000 (a 36% discount), had considerable equity of approximately $300,000, yet the owners did not file for bankruptcy to protect it. Mortgage payments stopped in late 2024, and utilities were reportedly shut off months prior to the auction.
The condition of the remains, described as "skeletal" and in an "advanced state of decomposition," suggests the individuals had been deceased for a significant period. The new owner, who bought the house on June 6, discovered the bodies on June 14. This situation raises potential questions about the validity of the foreclosure judgment, especially if it's determined the family died before the foreclosure proceedings. Connecticut State Police are investigating, but foul play is not suspected, and authorities have indicated no threat to the public.
