Murder-suicide in New Hampshire, 1995-2000

Author: Campanelli, C. / Gilson, T.
Publication: American Journal of Forensic Medicine and Pathology
Topics: Gun Carrying Homicide Medical State Suicide
Keywords: HOMICIDE Murder-suicide Suicide
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The authors examined Medical Examiner records from New Hampshire from October 1995 to October 2000 and report on the state’s murder-suicide incidence over this period. 16 events took place and accounted for almost 15% of all homicides in the state. Most perpetrators were male (94%) while most victims were female (88%). Firearms were used in most cases.