AN ATYPICAL HOMICIDE CAUSED BY CUT-THROATS IN BRAZIL

Abstract

In this case report, the victim’s body displayed four incisive wounds to the anterior part of the neck. Three of these wounds had hesitation marks, indicating that the cause of death was likely suicidal. However, two cervical constriction marks suggested the possibility of strangulation. As the police investigation progressed, it was discovered that these marks were consistent with the pattern left by the rope used by the killers to drag the body to a remote location away from the crime scene. The hesitation marks, on the other hand, were attributed to the killer’s alcohol intoxication.