An Analysis of Weapons Used in Homicides in Jaipur Region- A Three Years Study

Verma, Lalchand; Punia, Rakesh; Sharma, Dharmendra; Pathak, Deepali

doi:10.18410/jebmh/2018/283

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“…Burns and poisoning were the least commonly used methods. Furthermore, strangulation was often used in crimes where the victims were women [ 45 ]. Unlike the general population, the means of homicides used by individuals with mental illness were notably different.…”

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Homicide in Relation to Mental Illness: Stigma Versus Reality

Almomen

Alqahtani

Alafghani

et al. 2022

Cureus

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This narrative review examines different aspects of homicide among mentally ill individuals to compare the rates of homicide by offenders with and without mental illness and investigate the stigma of mental illness and its consequences. It also evaluates the motives of mentally ill perpetrators and their characteristics and explores weapons of choice in homicides related to different mental disorders. Studies confirmed higher homicide rates among specific categories of mentally ill individuals who experienced maltreatment, unemployment, abuse in childhood, and substance abuse resulting from stigma and discrimination. The motives were mainly revenge, argument, financial gain, sexuality, sadism, and filicide, with revenge being the top motive. Offenders were found to have close relationships with their victims in most cases. Sharp instruments were the most commonly used weapons. Our review confirms the lack of evidence linking mental illness independently with homicide, both globally and in Arab countries, and highlights the impact of discrimination toward mentally ill individuals. This discrimination and stigma lead to delayed care-seeking and self-destructive behavior, which is linked to higher homicide rates among persons with and without mental illness.

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Homicide in Relation to Mental Illness: Stigma Versus Reality

Almomen

Alqahtani

Alafghani

et al. 2022

Cureus

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“…Conversely, culpable homicide not amounting to murder lacks the mens rea component of premeditation. Instead, this offense often occurs in the heat of the moment, sparked by sudden and intense provocation during altercations or disputes [5].…”

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One-Year Prospective Study of Patterns of Homical Deaths- An Autopsy Based Study

BASRA,

SINGH

2024

Asian J Pharm Clin Res

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Objectives: The aim of the study was to observe the profiling of the homicidal cases for 1 year. Methods: The present study was a prospective 1-year study of all autopsies alleged to be homicide under 302 Indian Penal Code, performed in the department of forensic medicine and toxicology at Government Medical College, Amritsar, Punjab, India, from January 01, 2021 to December 31, 2021, (1-year period) after taking permission from the institutional ethical committee. Results: The majority of cases reported were in the age group of 20–49 years, with 24 (61.5%) cases, followed by the age group of 40–59 years, which had 13 (33.3%) cases. 37 (94.9%) cases were males, followed by females 02 (5.1%).The male-to-female sex ratio is 18.5:1; 30 (76.9%) were married, while 09 (23.1%) were unmarried. The deaceased had Sikh religion in 24 (61.6%) cases, followed by Hindus in 11 (28.2%) cases; 26 (66.7%) belonged to the rural area, while 13 (33.3%) belonged to the urban area. The majority of cases where only a sharp weapon was used were 16 (41%), followed by both blunt and sharp in 14 (35.9%) cases, and blunt only in 06 (15.4%). Firearms were used in 03 (7.7%) cases. Conclusion: Based on the aforementioned observations, we believe there is a pressing need to address issues concerning youth, given their frequent involvement in such crimes. Additionally, enforcing strict nighttime surveillance and rigorously implementing laws against individuals in possession of dangerous weapons can contribute significantly to reducing such crimes.

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“…The different patterns of homicidal deaths include strangulation, hanging, smothering, firearms, drowning, poisoning, and burning or using sharp or blunt weapons (Verma et al, 2018).…”

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Evaluation Of Changes In Patterns And Rate Of Deaths In Homicidal Crimes Referred To Zeinhom Morgue In Years (2009-2010) Compared To (2016-2017).

ElHakim¹,

MESSIH²,

ISMAIL³

2022

Zagazig Journal of Forensic Medicine

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Background: Studying the homicidal patterns and rate of deaths is very important as it has a great economical and emotional impact as well as being an indicator for the integrity of criminal judicial system. Data about the homicide rate and pattern in Egypt are very scarce. Objectives: This study aimed to assess the recent difference in rate and patterns of the criminal homicidal deaths referred to Zeinhom Morgue. Material and methods: this is a retrospective comparative cross sectional study included all criminal homicidal deaths referred to Zeinhom morgue in Cairo in the year 2009-2010 and the year 2016-2017.Data concerning the victims and the offenders were obtained and analyzed after taking permission. Results: The total studied homicidal cases in the two years were (1138). Most of the victim cases were males (82.6%), with significantly elevated percentage of the involved females. Most of offenders were drug abusers (95.34%). Significant increase in the unemployed offenders was noted. (17.49%) of the offenders were related to the victims and the highest percentage of whom was husband / wife (5.01%). Statistically highly significant increase in the percentage of the offender who was a son / daughter of the victim (p < 0.001) was noticed. Conclusion: Despite no increase in the homicide rate was noticed in 2016-2017 compared to 2009-2010, even the rate seems to be decreased, the pattern showed considerable alteration in several aspects urging dedicated investigation and real trials for management.

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An Analysis of Weapons Used in Homicides in Jaipur Region- A Three Years Study

Cited by 4 publications

References 7 publications

Homicide in Relation to Mental Illness: Stigma Versus Reality

Homicide in Relation to Mental Illness: Stigma Versus Reality

One-Year Prospective Study of Patterns of Homical Deaths- An Autopsy Based Study

Evaluation Of Changes In Patterns And Rate Of Deaths In Homicidal Crimes Referred To Zeinhom Morgue In Years (2009-2010) Compared To (2016-2017).

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