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  • 1Office of the Associate Chief Medical Examiner, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Frankfort, USA.

Journal of Forensic Sciences
|July 1, 1996
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This case study details an uncommon instance of multiple self-inflicted gunshot wounds to the head from a single firearm discharge. Forensic analysis confirmed the atypical wounds and determined the manner of death, highlighting rare ballistics findings.

Area of Science:

  • Forensic Pathology
  • Ballistics
  • Trauma Analysis

Background:

  • Self-inflicted gunshot wounds to the head are typically singular events.
  • Determining the manner of death in complex cases requires thorough investigation.

Observation:

  • A 26-year-old male sustained multiple atypical head wounds from a single .38 Special gunshot.
  • Objects were interposed between the firearm and the skin prior to discharge.
  • Two contiguous entry wounds were observed, with the projectile fragmenting.

Findings:

  • The fragmented projectile created separate tracks, causing damage to the right maxillary sinus and left cerebrum.
  • An empty cartridge case with a live primer was recovered within the projectile's track.
  • The projectile passed through the temporalis muscle and temporal bone.

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Implications:

  • This case highlights the potential for atypical wound patterns in self-inflicted gunshot injuries.
  • Understanding such patterns is crucial for accurate forensic interpretation and manner of death determination.
  • The findings contribute to the sparse literature on paired entry wounds and unusual projectile behavior.