PARTICULAR ASPECTS OF DEATHS CAUSED BY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Abstract:
I conducted a retrospective study of the homicides recorded in the casuistry of the Forensic
Department of Sibiu County, during 2004-2013. Their incidence was 2.73% (132 homicides), with a
decreasing trend over the analyzed period. The analysis of the epidemiological coordinates revealed the
prevalence of males (69.69%), rural origin (56.6%) and age groups between 20-59 years old. Most
cases were recorded in summer and during weekends - especially on Sundays (53.78%). The most
common mechanisms of injury were the use of blunt objects and stabbing. Comparative analysis of
domestic homicides vs. the rest of the homicides revealed the following: a high incidence of domestic
homicides (63.3% - 81 cases); less pronounced decreasing trend over the studied period; a lower
prevalence of male victims (sex ratio M/F 1,37:1 vs. 19:1); a higher prevalence in rural areas (ratio R/U
of 1,38:1 vs. 0,68:1); a higher frequency of the age groups 0-9 years and over 60 years among domestic
homicides, and also a significant higher incidence during spring and winter (while the other types of
homicides are more common in summer). Most common mechanisms of injury were also the use of blunt
objects and stabbing. In terms of the victim - perpetrator relationship, most domestic homicides were
carried out by a husband on his wife and by children on their parents.
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