An Unusual Method of Suicidal Ligature Strangulation |
| |
Authors: | Parthasarathi Pramanik M.B.B.S. M.D. M.F.F.L.M. |
| |
Affiliation: | Ministry of National Security, Government of Jamaica, Kingston 06, Jamaica |
| |
Abstract: | This article reports a case of suicidal strangulation by ligature of a 51‐year‐old woman with a psychiatric disorder. She had been suffering from depression with a history of previous suicidal attempt. The deceased accomplished self‐strangulation using two ligatures, with one placed above the other and consisting of a satin fabric and a shoelace. The underlying shoelace ligature was fastened by a secure fixed square knot at the back of the neck. The overlying fabric piece was tied with a half‐knot under the chin and was tightened around the neck manually. A detailed investigation and autopsy examination strongly suggests suicide. The case is of interest due to its rarity and uncommon method of execution. |
| |
Keywords: | forensic science forensic pathology forensic autopsy homicide suicide ligature strangulation |
|