The need for metal particles in forensic medicine: evidence of the presence of metal in the body and clothing
**_Introduction:_** Of all the possible methods of identifying metal parts for forensic purposes, metal particles present in the body or clothing are the most important evidence, as their identification can provide important information about various aspects of a violent act, be it murder, grievous bodily harm or theft. Typically, if the presence of metal particles is detected at a crime scene, this is strong evidence in court and allows law enforcement agencies to move forward in the investigation of the case. In this article we will look at the importance of detecting metal particles, their implications for forensic