FORENSIC CRIME SCENE ANALYSIS - CASE #2024-CSI-789

DETAILED FORENSIC ANALYSIS

CAUSE OF DEATH:

Penetrating trauma to the skull via shuriken (throwing star) weapon. Entry wound consistent with high-velocity projectile impact to the posterior cranium.

MECHANISM OF INJURY:

• Primary wound: Shuriken embedded in occipital bone
• Trajectory analysis indicates thrown from elevated position
• Victim likely unaware of attacker's presence
• No defensive wounds or signs of struggle

WEAPON ANALYSIS:

Primary: Traditional 4-pointed shuriken (hira shuriken type). Estimated weight 30-50g. Clean penetration suggests skilled thrower.

Secondary: 9mm handgun positioned as potential misdirection. No powder burns, no shell casings visible. Likely planted post-mortem.

BLOOD SPATTER INTERPRETATION:

• Medium-velocity impact spatter radiating from head wound
• Droplet size: 1-3mm diameter (consistent with blunt force)
• Pattern indicates single impact event
• No cast-off patterns suggesting movement post-injury

SCENE RECONSTRUCTION:

Victim entered bathroom and was struck from behind by thrown shuriken. Attack was precise and fatal. Handgun was likely placed to suggest different M.O. Scene staging attempted but forensic evidence contradicts firearm involvement.

INVESTIGATIVE LEADS:

• Search for individuals with martial arts/throwing weapon expertise
• Examine security footage for persons carrying concealed weapons
• Fingerprint analysis on handgun (likely belongs to another party)
• Check victim's shoes for trace evidence of perpetrator contact

ESTIMATED TIME OF DEATH:

Based on blood coagulation patterns and body positioning: 2-4 hours prior to scene documentation.