Swindled

26. The Body Snatcher (Michael Mastromarino)

Feb 3, 2019
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ANECDOTE

Tri-State Crematory Scandal

  • In Noble, Georgia, a woman's dog discovered a human skull, leading to the uncovering of hundreds of uncremated bodies.
  • The Tri-State crematory operator, Brent Marsh, was found responsible and offered no clear explanation for his actions.
ANECDOTE

Mastromarino's Rise and Fall

  • Michael Mastromarino, an oral surgeon, met Barbara Rayfell, and they quickly fell in love and married.
  • Mastromarino's career flourished, but he developed a painkiller addiction, leading to his downfall and loss of license.
INSIGHT

Human Tissue Industry Boom

  • The human tissue processing industry boomed in the early 2000s due to new transplant techniques.
  • This created a high demand for tissues, making it a billion-dollar industry.
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