Derrick Bouffard, a 37-year-old resident of Bensalem, Pennsylvania, has been charged with abuse of a corpse after allegedly living with his deceased mother's body for more than a week. His 70-year-old mother, Cynthia, was found in a disturbing state, described by authorities as 'skeleton-like,' indicating a significant period had passed since her death. Bouffard reportedly did not notify the police or medical authorities despite being aware of her condition.

During the time that he lived with the body, Bouffard is reported to have continued normal activities, such as ordering food deliveries and walking past his mother's corpse. When police finally arrived at the scene, he allegedly told them that he was about to report her death, claiming that she had stopped breathing that morning. This response, coupled with the circumstances of the discovery, raises questions about his mental state and the events leading up to Cynthia's death.

Authorities are now investigating the case further to determine the exact timeline of events surrounding the case and whether any additional charges will be appropriate. The occurrence has shocked the community and highlights significant issues related to mental health, familial relationships, and societal responses to death in residential settings.