Moment cops in Punta Gorda, Florida, confront Justin Carver and find the remains of his mother inside the home
- Justin Carver, 36, had been living alongside the bloated corpse of his mother Layni Carver, police said
- He reportedly lied to police who had come to her Punta Gorda home on May 5 to check on her
- Officers’ suspicions were raised by a ‘foul odor’ coming from the property
By BETHAN SEXTON, US ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR
Disturbing bodycam footage shows the moment a Florida man was confronted by police after they discovered the decomposing body of his mother in her home during a wellness check.
Justin Carver, 36, was arrested for failing to report the death of his mom Layni Carver, 55, who had filed a no-contact order against her son in the weeks before she died.
Cops were called to Carver’s home in Punta Gorda on May 5 to conduct a welfare check after Layni’s family became concerned they could not get in touch.
When cops arrived, they found her son living at the property and asked him if he had seen his mother lately.
After initially denying that he knew where she was and claiming he had locked himself and the officers out, Carver eventually allowed cops into the home.
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Justin Carver was arrested by police in Florida after they discovered the decomposing body of his mother in her home when they went for a welfare check
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Once inside, officers found the bloated and decomposing body of his mother. The police later confirmed they had detected a ‘foul odor’ coming from the property, which roused suspicions.
In the video, officers from the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office can be seen approaching the Carver home.
After repeatedly knocking, they leave the scene and come back as Carver exits the home, shutting the door behind him.
An officer asks: ‘Did you hear us knocking before or were you knocked out?’
Carver replies that he was sleeping before sitting down and taking a drink out of a glass he has brought with him.
The cops inform him they are looking for his mother and he claims not to have seen her for a few weeks.
As they continue their questioning, Carver sits hunched over, with his arms folded and gaze averted.
One of the officers says: ‘I just want to make sure that mom is not stowed away in a closet or something bad.’
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Justin Carver lied to police and told them he hadn’t seen his mother for a few weeks and did not know her whereabouts when he had been living next to her corpse, according to the footage
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Police became suspicious after they smelled a ‘foul odor’ coming from the home and Justin Carver became evasive under questioning
Carver says he can’t stop police and begins to lead them in before claiming he has locked the door behind him and doesn’t have keys.
The officer asks him, ‘You understand how this looks right?’
Carver eventually discloses that he is not meant to be at the property due to the no-contact order, but police assure him he is not in trouble and they just want to check on his mom.
Finally, he relents and begins to lead the police to another door which he removes from its hinges to allow access.
The moment the officer lays eyes on the body is redacted in the footage and it cuts to the other officer talking with Carver outside and asking if he is sure his mom is not in the house.
His colleague who found the body then emerges in disbelief and asks: ‘Are you going to tell me you didn’t know mom was in there?’
He motions to Carver who stands up and immediately submits to being handcuffed.
They then begin questioning Carver who tells them he discovered his mother two days ago.
Layni Carver had taken out a no contact order against her son in the weeks before her death
‘I smelt her before you were even outside and you’re going to tell me mom is not in there when you know damn well where she was, so you were lying,’ one officer says.
His colleague adds: ‘Why wouldn’t you just tell us the truth, we told you from the beginning we weren’t there for you we just wanted to make sure mom was good that’s all, so what prompted you to lie to us?’
They ask if he realized his mother was dead when he discovered her and he nods.
When asked why he didn’t call law enforcement at that point Carver replies: ‘I don’t know’.
Carver was arrested and charged with Failing to Report a Death to Medical Examiner and Resisting Officer Without Violence.
Details of the circumstances of his mother’s death are pending an autopsy and toxicology report.
‘The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office takes incidents of this nature seriously and is committed to ensuring that justice is served,’ Sheriff Bill Prummell said. ‘We extend our deepest sympathies to the family and loved ones of the deceased during this difficult time.’
Criminal Lawyer Reacts to The Moment Cops Realize a BODY is in the House | Summary and Q&A
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TL;DR
Police conduct a welfare check on a missing woman, uncovering suspicious circumstances, leading to the son’s arrest.
Transcript
did it smell when you went up to the door Mom’s not around to tell me no because she’s dead hi this is Bruce Rivers welcome to another fun-filled episode of criminal lawyer reacts I’m Bruce Rivers board certified criminal defense lawyer coming to you with my pearl handle pistol cufflink so graciously gifted to me last year by our content genius Mic… Read More
Key Insights
- 🤨 Lack of cooperation from the son and deceptive behavior raised suspicions during the welfare check.
- 👮♀️ Patience and methodical approach from law enforcement officers led to the discovery of the woman’s body.
- 💀 Legal implications arose from the son’s failure to disclose his mother’s death, resulting in his arrest.
- 🪡 Toxicology reports and further investigation are needed to determine the cause of death.
- 🎑 The case highlights the importance of proper procedures and thorough investigations in potential crime scenes.
- 🤬 Son’s contradictory statements and actions indicated potential foul play.
- 🤨 Welfare checks are crucial in ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals in suspicious circumstances.
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Questions & Answers
Q: What prompted the police to conduct a welfare check on the missing woman?
The police were alerted to the situation when the woman had not been seen for several days, prompting concerns for her well-being and safety.
Q: How did the son’s behavior raise suspicions during the welfare check?
The son’s lies about his mother’s whereabouts and his refusal to cooperate with law enforcement raised red flags, leading to further investigation.
Q: What legal implications arose from the son’s actions during the welfare check?
The son’s deceptive behavior and refusal to disclose his mother’s whereabouts led to his arrest on charges related to failing to report her death to the authorities.
Q: How did the police handle the situation with patience and methodical approach?
The police conducted a thorough investigation, including checking with neighbors and obtaining permission before entering the house, displaying professionalism and measured tactics.
Summary & Key Takeaways
- Police conduct a welfare check on a missing woman in Florida, uncovering a suspicious scene.
- The son, living in the house of the missing woman, lies about her whereabouts, raising alarms.
- The son’s strange behavior and reluctance to cooperate with law enforcement lead to his arrest.
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On May 5, 2023 in Florida, deputies were dispatched to conduct a welfare check on a woman who hadn’t been heard from for days. Her sister had grown concerned when she couldn’t get in contact with her. When the deputies arrived at the woman’s home, her son was there, but what they found out after speaking with him was shocking.
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