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Laceration of the scalp from a heavy torch

By February 16, 2025No Comments

Laceration of the scalp from a 30 cm long heavy torch (insert). The skin over the shoulders is reddish due to first-and second-degree burns. The victim was hit on the head while sleeping in bed, after which the husband poured petrol over the body and set it on fire.

Fig.1 Laceration of the scalp from a heavy torch.

Fig.1 Laceration of the scalp from a heavy torch.

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