Forensic Pathology

A deceased pedestrian is found by the side of the road on a rural highway at sunrise by a man on his way to work. He appears to have been struck by a vehicle. Describe what injuries you would look for that would indicate the following:

• The position of the victim at impact.
• Speed of the vehicle.
• The parts of the vehicle that came in contact with the victim.

Also, discuss what secondary impact injuries you would expect to see in the victim.

Primary responses to the discussion questions each week need to be substantial (200-250 words each) and supported by citations and references from the course textbook and other scholarly sources if necessary.