The autopsy lists a massive, 1.5-inch wide cut across the front of the neck (sharp force injury #3). This wound completely transected the trachea, the esophagus, and—most critically—the left common carotid artery and left internal jugular vein.
Dr. Horn noted that this single wound alone would have caused exsanguination (bleeding out) in less than two minutes. However, Part 2 of the analysis focuses on the edges of this wound. Using microscopic analysis, forensic pathologists found hesitation marks—superficial cuts near the deep wound. Hesitation marks typically suggest a suicidal gesture, but in this context, they implied the killer hesitated or repositioned the knife, disproving a "blitz" attack. Travis Alexander Autopsy Part 2
The public often remembers the number "27" (stab wounds, plus a slit throat and a gunshot). However, Travis Alexander Autopsy Part 2 requires us to look at the distribution of the 29 sharp-force injuries (the official count later refined). The autopsy lists a massive, 1
Travis Alexander was murdered in 2008. His death and the subsequent trial of Jodi Arias became a high-profile true crime case. During the trial, autopsy photos and detailed forensic testimony were presented as evidence. Horn noted that this single wound alone would
The cause of death was determined to be a combination of the severe neck injury and the stab wounds to the chest and abdomen. The report concluded that Alexander died as a result of the injuries sustained during the attack.