Question

The body of a female was found in an alley. No apparent wounds were observed on the body. On her body were 18mm house fly larvae & 31mm flesh fly larvae

Answer 1

Right from the early stages insects are attracted to the decomposing body and may lay eggs in it. By studying the insect population and the developing larval stages, forensic scientists can estimate the postmortem index, any change in position of the corpse as well as the cause of death.