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Ligature strangulation

Ligature strangulation and its characteristics

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Feb 1, 2026

How do autopsy findings and forensic expert opinions compare in cases of hanging versus strangulation in custodial deaths?

Autopsy findings in commonly show a single loop ligature mark, neck muscle injuries and positional ligature abrasions, whereas manual or more often presents with contused subcutaneous tissue, horizont...

Jan 10, 2026

What are the forensic differences between injuries caused by suicidal hanging versus homicidal strangulation, according to peer‑reviewed literature?

Peer‑reviewed forensic literature shows there are patterns that tend to differ between suicidal hangings and homicidal strangulations—most hangings are suicidal and often show a complete, horizontal l...