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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Pathology
  • Toxicology

Background:

  • Homicide by hanging is exceptionally rare.
  • Cases involving simulated suicidal hanging or post-mortem hanging are more common than homicidal hanging.
  • This paper presents a unique case of homicidal hanging.

Observation:

  • A young Sikh individual was discovered hanging in a well.
  • Forensic autopsy revealed the victim was first rendered unconscious via alcohol mixed with pesticides.
  • The victim was subsequently hanged using his turban.

Findings:

  • The cause of death was determined to be homicidal hanging.
  • The homicide involved a rare combination of lynching and organophosphorus pesticide poisoning.
  • The method used to simulate suicide was sophisticated, involving incapacitation prior to hanging.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of thorough forensic investigation in suspected hanging deaths.
  • It highlights the need for toxicological analysis to detect subtle poisoning methods.
  • The study contributes to the understanding of rare and complex homicide techniques.