Journal Published Online: 01 May 1989
Volume 34, Issue 3

Fatal Arrow Wounds

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

Two instances of fatal arrow wounds are described, one by a field-tip (target arrowhead), the other by a broadhead (large-game hunting arrowhead). The essential characteristics of the two types of wounds are discussed. In particular, the field-tip can closely simulate a bullet wound by causing a circular entrance hole with abraded margins, whereas the broadhead can create unusual radiating incised wounds.

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Hain, JR
Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Salinas, CA
Pages: 3
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Stock #: JFS12693J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS12693J