sentences:  We found the body in a state of semi-rigidity and we based our opinion on this fact that death had occurred not more than six or eight hours previous.The chest, abdomen and lower extremities were covered with blood, bruises, under the angle of each jaw, giving evidence of an effort at strangulation, abrasion in front of the left ear.Found complete laceration of perineum, extending an inch and a half up the rectum.