Card #38: Dr. Elizabeth Laposata · fall reconstruction and ligature-mechanics opinion
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The forensic pathologist attributed Lindsay's spinal injuries to a 13-to-14-foot headfirst fall and discussed ligature-strangulation mechanics; neither opinion establishes intent or third-party involvement.
[SWORN TESTIMONY] Forensic pathologist Elizabeth Laposata testified remotely that Lindsay Clancy's C1 Jefferson fracture and thoracic compression fractures were consistent with a headfirst fall of roughly 13 to 14 feet. She also discussed differences between manual and ligature strangulation and described ligature compression as capable of producing rapid loss of consciousness. [UNKNOWN] The opinion does not establish why the fall occurred, Lindsay's mental state, the exact timing of the killings, or any third-party role.
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