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High-velocity gunshot wound

By October 26, 2024No Comments

Colombia. This decomposing individual has a high-velocity gunshot wound. The entrance wound is under his right ear and the exit wound is on the left neck and face. Decomposition and skin slippage can be seen.

Fig.1 High-velocity gunshot wound.

Fig.1 High-velocity gunshot wound.

Fig.2 Exit wound.

Fig.2 Exit wound.

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