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Forensic Pathology Practice
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A naked, male corpse was found at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, July 9. The air temperature was already 89°F The
body exhibited full rigor and had a body temperature of 89.soF. Livor mortis was evident. The body was
found multiple, smooth-edged, deep gashes, especially to the chest and abdominal area.
a.
What is the PMI based on algor mortis?
b.
Would there be evidence of rigor mortis? Why or why not?
c.
Would there be evidence oflivor mortis? Why or why not?
d.
Does the clothing on the body make a difference in determining actual time of death? Why or
why not?
e.
What is your best estimate ofPMI? Justify your answer.
f.
What types of injuries were found on the body?
2. At noon, a female corpse was found partially submerged on the shore of a lake. The air temperature was
7soF, and the water temperature was about SO°F. The body's temperature was 80°F. Livor mortis showed a
noticeable reddening on the victim's back that did not disappear when pressed. The lungs were filled with
water. It appeared as ifthe victim was dragged across a parking lot.
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a.
What is the PMI based on algor mortis?
b.
Would there be evidence of rigor mortis? Why or why not?
c.
Would there be evidence oflivor mortis? Why or why not?
d.
Does the clothing on the body make a difference in determining actual time of death? Why or
why not?
e.
What is your best estimate of PMI? Justify your answer.
f.
What type ofinjuries were found on the body?