Journal Published Online: 01 October 1980
Volume 25, Issue 4

Suicide by Snake Venom Injection

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

A case of apparent suicide by injection of snake venom was investigated. Evidence found at the scene and presumably used for self-injection was positive for nonspecific venom but had the characteristics of a viper venom.

Author Information

Yadlowski, JM
Colorado State University, Fort Collins
Tu, AT
Colorado State University, Fort Collins
Garriott, JC
Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences, Dallas, Tex.
Norton, LE
Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences, Dallas, Tex.
Pages: 5
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Stock #: JFS11290J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS11290J