Bodies buried in wrong plots
An investigation is underway
Two bodies have been buried in the wrong plots in Eastleigh.
Bishopstoke Parish Council has started an investigation into the error at Bishopstoke Cemetery at the edge of Stoke Park Woods.
The authority was made aware of the error on Friday 2nd February and has released a statement:
"Bishopstoke Parish Council was made aware on Friday 2nd February 2024 that two recent interments had occurred in which the deceased were interred at the incorrect location within the cemetery.
"The Council is determined to address this as quickly as possible so that all concerned can have the comfort they deserve in knowing their loved ones are in their permanent resting place.
"Those involved have been contacted to determine the best path forward for everyone.
"The Council is also conducting an investigation to determine how this happened. Once the investigation is complete then its recommendations will be considered by the Council, and measures will be adopted to ensure that this does not happen again.
"Our deepest sympathies go to all those affected by this unfortunate situation."