The Victims and Survivors Of Acid Attacks

Acid attacks, also known as acid throwing or vitriolage, is a heinous crime that has been prevalent in various parts of the world for decades. The act of throwing acid on another person’s face or body is not only a violent and painful assault but also has a devastating and life-changing impact on the victim. While acid attacks have been recorded in over 80 countries worldwide, it is particularly prevalent in countries such as India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan.

2 April 2023 | Imran Siddiqui | Justice News | Washington D.C.

What Are Acid Attacks? Why And Where Do They Occur?

According to experts, “Vitriolage is an act of vengeful nature and a form of physical violence, resulting in severe consequences to the face and body of the victim. An acid attack, also called acid throwing, vitriol attack, or vitriolage, is a form of violent assault involving the act of throwing acid or a similarly corrosive substance onto the body of another "with the intention to disfigure, maim, torture, or kill".

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