TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2015//
TI  - An unusual method of suicidal ligature strangulation
JO  - Journal of forensic sciences
A1  - Pramanik, Parthasarathi
SP  - 274
EP  - 276
VL  - 61
IS  - 1
N2  - 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.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0022-1198
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/1556-4029.12914
ID  - ref1
ER  -