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[Conceiling the cadaver in masonry and cement].

Burkhard Madea1, Ulrich Cremer, Karl Heinz Schiwy-Bochat

  • 1Institut für Rechtsmedizin der Universität Bonn.

Archiv Fur Kriminologie
|January 16, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Concrete encasement is a rare method for body disposal, often initially treated as a missing person case. This technique can preserve bodies, allowing for identification and cause of death determination even after extended post-mortem intervals.

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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Science
  • Criminology

Background:

  • Body disposal via concrete encasement is uncommon.
  • Such cases are frequently misclassified as missing person investigations initially.

Observation:

  • Examines two cases involving bodies encased in concrete.
  • Details the circumstances and forensic findings of these cases.

Findings:

  • Concrete can preserve human remains effectively, even after long periods.
  • Victim identification and cause of death determination remain possible.
  • Associated evidence, such as tools, may also be encased with the body.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of considering concrete encasement in forensic investigations.
  • Suggests that advanced forensic analysis can overcome challenges posed by this disposal method.
  • Emphasizes the potential for detailed post-mortem reconstruction despite the method of concealment.

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