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  • Public Health
  • Criminology

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  • Firearms are a leading cause of global homicides, necessitating a thorough understanding of gunshot wounds for forensic pathology.
  • This study examines gunshot homicides in Denmark between 1992 and 2016 to identify patterns relevant to forensic investigations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze trends and characteristics of firearm-related homicides in Denmark over a 25-year period.
  • To provide forensic pathologists with data-driven insights into gunshot wound patterns associated with different homicide circumstances.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 315 firearm homicides in Denmark from 1992-2016.
  • Data collection focused on victim demographics, weapon type, injury characteristics, and range of fire.
  • Statistical analysis to identify significant trends and differences between victim groups and weapon types.

Main Results:

  • Firearm homicides constituted 22.2% of all homicides in Denmark during the study period, showing an overall decrease.
  • Handguns and shotguns were the most common weapons used. Victims killed with shotguns exhibited fewer entry wounds but higher injury severity and close-range indicators.
  • Males predominated among both victims and known offenders. Head and thorax were the most frequently injured body regions.

Conclusions:

  • Gunshot injuries in homicides exhibit distinct patterns influenced by homicide type, victim sex, and weapon utilized, differentiating them from suicides and accidents.
  • Findings offer an evidence-based foundation for death investigations and inform policy development aimed at reducing interpersonal violence.