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Autopsy Features of Fatal Donkey Attack
Lajos Fogel, Gyula Varga1, Marta Hubay2
1Hungarian Institute of Forensic Sciences.
Summary
Lethal donkey attacks are rare but can cause severe injuries. This case report details fatal blunt force trauma and bite marks from a donkey attack, emphasizing the need for caution.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Pathology
- Forensic Medicine
- Animal Behavior
Background:
- Lethal animal attacks are infrequent, with horses more commonly implicated than donkeys.
- Domesticated animals, including donkeys, can pose a risk of serious injury.
Observation:
- A 65-year-old man was found deceased with injuries consistent with an animal attack.
- Two domestic donkeys were present near the deceased.
- Examination revealed extensive blunt force trauma and bite marks on the body.
Findings:
- The injuries included facial and scalp lacerations, multiple bone fractures (maxilla, radius, ulna, iliac spine), flail chest, and pulmonary contusions.
- Bite marks corresponded to donkey dental arcades.
- The cause of death was blunt chest trauma attributed to a donkey attack.
Implications:
- This case demonstrates that donkeys, though rarely, can cause fatal injuries.
- It underscores the importance of recognizing the potential for significant harm from domesticated donkeys.
- Veterinarians and the public should be aware of the risks associated with handling or encountering donkeys.
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