Analysis of Homicidal patterns in Bangalore City, India

This article describes the homicide pattern in Bangalore city, India. Out of the 528 medico-legal autopsies performed at Dr. B R Ambedkar Medical College, between August 2010 and July 2011, 50 cases were homicidal on the basis of police inquest and autopsy. Results showed that about 28% of victims were between 31-40 years age group, married and belonged to lower socio-economic status. The male: female ratio was 1.94:1.0. A large number (42%) of homicides occurred during night times and 38.88% were related to alcohol consumption. The main motive (83.3%) was vengeance. Head injury was the leading cause of death in 36% and 56 % victims died on spot.