Effects of heat on cut mark characteristics

The analysis of cut marks is instrumental for interpreting the manner, and potentially, the cause of sharp force trauma in forensics and archaeological contexts. Furthermore, it allows drawing conclusions about the implement used and can help to characterise the tool class, and in certain cases even the identification of specific, individual tools. This is helpful to match the weapon used with the wounds on the victim in crime investigations.

Source: Forensic Science International - December 20, 2016 Category: Forensic Medicine Authors: Lukas Waltenberger, Holger Schutkowski Source Type: research