Fabricated homicides in Israel in light of the Intifada.

Fabrication of circumstances surrounding fatal events is not uncommon in forensic medicine. Reasons for this may include financial gain, shame and guilt. The use of a specific sociopolitical phenomenon as a fabricated scenario for lucrative purposes is reported. The importance of thorough scene of crime investigation and documentation, as well as a meticulous autopsy in order to determine the manner of death is emphasized.