Accidental electrocution during autoeroticism: A shocking case

Jennifer C. Schott, Gregory J. Davis, John C. Hunsaker

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Abstract

A case of atypical autoerotic death is described. An 18-year-old white man clad in two brassieres was found dead in his bedroom by his brother. Two wet green terry cloths were under the brassiere cups, connected to the house current via two metal washers and a bifid electrical cord. Literature depicting nude women was found near the victim. Autopsy revealed second-degree and third-degree burns of the mammary regions. Death was attributed to accidental self-electrocution. The authors will discuss typical and atypical forms of autoerotic death.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)92-95
Number of pages4
JournalAmerican Journal of Forensic Medicine and Pathology
Volume24
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Mar 2003

Keywords

  • Autoerotic death
  • Electrocution

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Pathology and Forensic Medicine

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