Torture by administration of electric shocks: The case of PG

Liu, Clifford Z.; Weintraub, Jennifer; Weintraub, Matina

doi:10.7146/torture.v32i3.129471

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“…The reviewed case reports document cases of loss of vision, permanent damage to brain tissue, severe burns requiring skin drafting, incapacitating damage to nerves and tendons, potentially fatal conditions like pneumothorax and renal failure, and even death following exposure to an EDW. In compiling the range of adverse effects of EDWs one is reminded of the effects of electric torture, the second most common form of torture globally (Liu et al, 2021;Milewski et al, 2023).…”

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Health impact of electric discharge weapons: a review of case studies

Brasholt,

Aon,

Michaelsen

et al. 2024

torture

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Introduction Electrical discharge weapons (EDWs) are increasingly used by law enforcement around the globe as a less lethal option to firearms. Concerns have been raised about their use, inter alia from the UN Committee Against Torture (UNCAT). The purpose of this manuscript is to provide an overview of case studies to assess the health consequences of EDW exposure. Methods Medline and Pubmed were searched for case studies on EDWs without restriction on language or date. Screening was first at abstract level and then at full article level. Articles were excluded if they were not case studies, concerned children under 15 years old or were off topic. A PRISMA flow diagram was created. Results A total of 71 studies were included, and they demonstrate a wide range of health consequences from minor injuries to lethal conditions. The injuries can be classified as direct and indirect, i.e., related to the use itself (e.g., penetration by darts) and related to falls and burns following neuromuscular incapacitation and ignition of flammable fluids. Cardiac incidents – some being fatal - were the health consequences found most reported, but the relation to the EDW is contested. In other cases, a very plausible association is established between EDW exposure and the health consequences. Description of pain and mental suffering related to EDW exposure was lacking in the reviewed case studies. Discussion EDWs may lead to physical and most likely mental suffering. When assessing patients and when documenting cases where persons may have been exposed to EDWs, including torture and ill-treatment cases, it is important to be aware of the different types of health consequences.

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Health impact of electric discharge weapons: a review of case studies

Brasholt,

Aon,

Michaelsen

et al. 2024

torture

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“…In ventricular fibrillation, there might not be any pathognomic findings. [17] The forensic literature mentions the use of electric current to inflict torture [13][14][15]. In such scenarios, the electric shock is usually applied to sensitive areas like nipples, anus, and genitals.…”

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Homicidal electrocution disguised as an accidental death

Meshram

Shekhawat

Ayyappan

et al. 2023

Journal of Forensic Sciences

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Electrocution deaths are not infrequently encountered in forensic casework. These are mostly accidental. The use of electrocution for suicide and torture is also a known phenomenon. Homicide by electrocution was found to be a rare mention in the criminological literature [1]. "Brides in the bath murders" is one of such infamous cases mentioned in the literature [2]. The investigation into the manner of death in electrocution is largely based on the findings of the scene of the incident. Additionally, the characteristic injury patterns are helpful in differentiating between alleged homicide from accidental death, particularly in disguised crimes. We present a unique case where electrocution was used as a modality for homicidal purposes. This case is an interesting tale of spectra of injuries, misguiding circumstantial evidence, and ultimate confession based on information furnished. This case report also highlights the different methods

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Electro-thermal injuries in ruminants caused by electrical equipment during pre-slaughter operations: Forensic case reports from an animal welfare science perspective

Miranda-de la Lama

2024

Forensic Science International

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Torture by administration of electric shocks: The case of PG

Cited by 3 publications

References 6 publications

Health impact of electric discharge weapons: a review of case studies

Health impact of electric discharge weapons: a review of case studies

Homicidal electrocution disguised as an accidental death

Electro-thermal injuries in ruminants caused by electrical equipment during pre-slaughter operations: Forensic case reports from an animal welfare science perspective

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