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  • Title: Suicide by tapestry needle.
    Author: Arslan MM, Colkesen AY, Akcan R, Hilal A, Meral D.
    Journal: J Forensic Leg Med; 2007 Apr; 14(3):165-6. PubMed ID: 17137848.
    Abstract:
    A case of completed suicide committed by a 46-year-old male by inserting a tapestry needle in his heart is described. Scene investigation findings and autopsy examination revealed signs of self-harm efforts as well as punctures at both forearms and the right and left sides of the neck. The deceased caused a penetrating cardiac injury which resulted in cardiac tamponade.
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