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Suicide by Bomb, with Decapitation.

Amanda M McLemore1, Samuel P Prahlow2, Joseph A Prahlow3

  • 1Indiana University School of Medicine.

Academic Forensic Pathology
|June 27, 2019
PubMed
Summary

Suicide by explosion is a rare event, often associated with terrorism. This case highlights crucial safety and investigative procedures for forensic pathologists dealing with explosive incidents.

Keywords:
BombDecapitationExplosionForensic pathologySuicide

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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Pathology
  • Explosives Investigation
  • Trauma Analysis

Background:

  • Suicide by explosive device is an uncommon occurrence, typically seen in terrorist activities.
  • Individuals with expertise in explosives may present unique challenges in forensic investigations.