Forensic Science International
Volume 147, Supplement , Pages S75-S76, 17 January 2005

Forensic analysis of homicides on the basis of cases examined in the Forensic Medicine Department, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, in the years 1991–2002

Department of Forensic Medicine, Medical University of Silesia, Medyków 18, 40-752 Katowice, Poland

published online 19 January 2005.

Abstract 

The authors have reviewed medico-legal opinions relating to 3690 autopsy cases of homicides. Forensic analysis of all these cases showed a gradual increase in the number of homicides, especially those resulting from beating or using fire-arms. A great number of homicides with incised or stab wounds was also observed.

Keywords: Forensic medicine, Homicides, Analysis

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PII: S0379-0738(04)00605-X

doi:10.1016/j.forsciint.2004.09.091

Forensic Science International
Volume 147, Supplement , Pages S75-S76, 17 January 2005

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