Shocking Discovery in Connecticut Foreclosure Home
Edward Marchion thought he had secured the deal of a lifetime when he purchased a four-bedroom home in Burlington, Connecticut, at a foreclosure auction for $525,000. The property, valued at $820,000, seemed like a bargain. However, Marchion was not allowed to inspect the interior before bidding—a standard practice in foreclosure auctions. After the sale, he made a horrifying discovery: three human skeletons inside the house.
Connecticut State Police confirmed that two of the skeletons belonged to the previous homeowner, Sally Anne Cash, 54, and her son, Brian Cash, who would have turned 23 in July. The third set of remains is undergoing DNA testing for identification. The cause of death remains unknown, and authorities stated there is no evidence of a crime, assuring the public there is no threat.
The Foreclosure Process and Missed Warnings
Sally and Paul Cash purchased the home in 2019 with a mortgage of nearly $400,000. They stopped making payments in late 2024, leading the bank to file for foreclosure in August 2025. The Cashes ignored the foreclosure notice, a summons left by a state marshal, and court appearances. A default judgment was filed in October, and a foreclosure judgment followed in March.
Christopher Thogmartin, the lawyer overseeing the auction, told the Wall Street Journal he assumed the property was abandoned due to its overgrown lawn. He found it puzzling that someone would walk away from such a valuable asset. Weeks before the auction, two signs appeared on the lawn reading "Keep out" and "private property," which Thogmartin believed were placed by occupants, preventing pre-auction inspections.
The Auction and Aftermath
On June 8, 20 prospective buyers, including Marchion, toured the property's exterior. Marchion won with a bid of $525,000 and paid an $82,000 deposit. Upon entry, he discovered the skeletons. He has asked the court to delay closing until police complete their investigation. A hearing was scheduled for July 20.
The Burlington Volunteer Fire Department tested the home for gas and carbon monoxide leaks, which came back negative. The time of death and how long the bodies remained undiscovered are unclear, as skeletonization can take months to years depending on environmental factors. The mystery of who placed the warning signs also remains unsolved.
