‘Human blood artist’ sentenced to probation in body parts trafficking case: ‘Collector of oddities’

‘Human blood artist’ sentenced to probation in body parts trafficking case: ‘Collector of oddities’ Self-described “human blood artist” Jeremy Pauley Self-described “human blood artist“ Jeremy Pauley was sentenced to two years of probation after pleading guilty to abuse of a corpse. Facebook / Jeremy Lee Pauley A self-described “human blood artist” from Pennsylvania has been sentenced to two years of probation in connection with the peddling of body parts from Harvard University and an Arkansas mortuary. Jeremy Pauley, 42, was sentenced Monday after pleading guilty on Jan. 8 to abuse of a corpse, Fox 43 reported. In September 2023, he pleaded guilty separately in federal court to interstate transport of stolen property and conspiracy to interstate transport of stolen property for buying and selling body parts. He was initially charged with abuse of a corpse, receiving stolen property and dealing in proceeds of unlawful activities. Self-described “human blood artist” Jeremy Pauley 4 Self-described “human blood artist” Jeremy Pauley was sentenced to two years of probation after pleading guilty to abuse of a corpse. Facebook / Jeremy Lee Pauley Pauley, who lives in Susquehanna County, was arrested in the summer of 2022 after police said they found five-gallon buckets containing body parts inside his then-home in Enola. EXPLORE MORE Human remains found in search for Autumn McClure, 16-year-old Florida girl who vanished in 2004 Two severed heads discovered in same NY park where kids found man’s arm — as cops probe if MS-13 was involved Father, son treasure hunt leads to frightful dead body discovery in abandoned house The self-described “collector of oddities” could have his two years of supervised probation changed to one year supervised and then one year unsupervised for good behavior, WGAL reported. The investigation of the heavily tattooed body modification artist began when police received a call about suspicious activity at a home on North Enola Road, Fox 43 reported. Authorities were tipped off that a suspect, later identified as Pauley, was buying human body parts and selling them on Facebook. Jeremy Pauley 4 Pauley has admitted to his role in a nationwide network of people who bought and sold human remains stolen from Harvard Medical School and an Arkansas mortuary. Facebook / Jeremy Lee Pauley The oddball allegedly told investigators during an interview that he had three full human skeletons and about 15 to 20 skulls, according to a complaint cited by the outlet. Pauley claimed the human remains were purchased legally, according to authorities. He reportedly admitted to being part of a network of people who bought and sold body parts that had been stolen from Harvard Medical School and an Arkansas mortuary between 2018 and 2022. Seven other people have been charged as part of the probe. Jeremy Pauley after his sentencing. 4 Jeremy Pauley after his sentencing. WPMT FOX43 Pauley had posted pictures of bags and piles of femurs, vertebrae, clavicles, ribs and human teeth for sale on his Facebook page, called “The Grand Wunderkammer.” “Vendors of the odd and unusual, museum exhibits, guest lectures, live entertainment, and so much more! Strange, curious, and unique in every way possible!” the page description read. Never Miss a Story Sign up to get the best stories straight to your inbox. Enter your email address By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Police initially found what they described as older human remains that they determined were lawfully obtained, but after a second tip about newer remains in Pauley’s home, investigators found additional purchases.