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'''Knee-capping''' is a form of malicious wounding, often as extralegal punishment or torture, in which the victim is injured in the knee, usually using a firearm or hammer to damage the knee joint and kneecap. This practice was common among paramilitaries in Italy and Northern Ireland. Contrary to popular belief, the patella is usually not injured in these incidents; rather damage to soft tissues that include nerves and arteries is the primary issue. | '''Knee-capping''' is a form of malicious wounding, often as extralegal punishment or torture, in which the victim is injured in the knee, usually using a firearm or hammer to damage the knee joint and kneecap. This practice was common among paramilitaries in Italy and Northern Ireland. Contrary to popular belief, the patella is usually not injured in these incidents; rather damage to soft tissues that include nerves and arteries is the primary issue. | ||
Latest revision as of 03:28, 8 October 2021
Knee-capping is a form of malicious wounding, often as extralegal punishment or torture, in which the victim is injured in the knee, usually using a firearm or hammer to damage the knee joint and kneecap. This practice was common among paramilitaries in Italy and Northern Ireland. Contrary to popular belief, the patella is usually not injured in these incidents; rather damage to soft tissues that include nerves and arteries is the primary issue.
See also Hamstringing
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