The Cold Case team investigates the mummified skeleton of an 8-year-old boy, whose brain was removed and blood vessels filled with wax over 170 years ago.
Synopsis
The Cold Case team investigates the mummified skeleton of an 8-year-old boy, whose brain was removed and blood vessels filled with wax over 170 years ago.
Synopsis
Professor Sue Black and her team at the University of Dundee's Centre for Anatomy and Human Identification investigate the mummified remains of an 8-year-old boy, believed to be over 100 years old. The child’s skeleton, dissected for display, reveals a dark history of anatomical practices in the 19th century. Using forensic anthropology and facial reconstruction, the team uncovers details about the boy's life and death. After 170 years, they restore his identity and dignity, ultimately deciding to give him a proper burial.
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Why Watch
- See how forensic techniques reveal a child's identity.
- Meet Professor Sue Black and her Cold Case team.
- Find out the ethical considerations of displaying human remains.
Did You Know
- The mummified skeleton of the child is believed to be over 100 years old.
- The child's brain was removed and blood vessels were filled with wax.
- The investigation team took more than 170 years to close the case of the mummified child.
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What is the age of the mummified child skeleton?
The mummified child skeleton is believed to be over 100 years old.
What process was used to preserve the blood vessels of the child?
The blood vessels were filled with a waxy resin through a process called perfusion.
What was the conclusion of the Cold Case team regarding the child's remains?
The Cold Case team decided that the child should be buried after giving him back his face and dignity.
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