Abstract:Introduction: Killing of people practicing or suspected of practicing black magic which is also known as "witchhunting" is not uncommon in India. People believe that any tragedy or misfortune that may befall them like, damaged crops, epidemics, sudden and unexplained deaths of children is the work of evil 'witches'. We report a case where a person was murdered due to the belief that he was practicing black magic or witchcraft.Case report: A dead body of a 60-year-old male was brought by the police for autopsy … Show more
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