Introduction: On July 10, 2024, a brutal and complex homicide case came to light in Korba District, Chhattisgarh, when dismembered human body parts were discovered in bags and sacks near a dam. The absence of an identifiable torso and the decomposed condition of the remains posed significant forensic and investigative challenges. Methodology: A multidisciplinary team comprising the District Scene of Crime Mobile Unit, Korba Police, and Cyber Cell undertook a scientific site inspection. Visual examination of the scene, systematic underwater searches with local divers, and meticulous documentation of body part distribution were performed. Forensic profiling, including analysis of clothing, cutting patterns, and associated evidence (passport, Aadhaar card, gold chain receipt, and airline tickets), was conducted. Cyber forensic tools were employed to trace the victim’s communication and location history, and CCTV footage was reviewed to identify the suspects and reconstruct the sequence of events. Results: A total of 33 dismembered body parts were recovered, showing signs of cuts made using both a heavy sharp-edged weapon and a saw. Through identification documents found in the victim’s clothing and corroboration via family and cyber evidence, the deceased was identified as a Muslim youth who had returned from abroad days prior. Further investigation revealed a motive rooted in deception and betrayal involving a love affair, ultimately leading to the arrest of the perpetrators who attempted to conceal the crime by dismembering and disposing of the body. Conclusion: The case underscores the critical role of interdisciplinary forensic methods in solving blind murder cases, especially when traditional identification methods are hindered.

Social media has profoundly impacted the Anglophone armed conflict in Cameroon, acting as both a catalyst and a complicating factor for International Humanitarian Law (IHL) compliance. Its rapid dissemination of information blurs the lines between combatants and civilians, complicating the application of core IHL principles such as distinction, proportionality, and precaution. Misinformation, propaganda, and hate speech proliferate online, fuelling violence, inciting IHL violations, and undermining humanitarian efforts. Both state and non-state actors exploit social media for recruitment, propaganda, and intelligence, often breaching IHL obligations. The digital environment also facilitates documentation of abuses, but uncontrolled sharing can lead to further violations, retaliation, and challenges in accountability. Thus, while social media offers opportunities for transparency and justice, it also presents significant risks, demanding constant adaptation of IHL to safeguard civilians and uphold humanitarian norms in the digital age.

The connecting factor formula is a distinctive concept in private international law and serves as a universal rule for resolving conflicts of laws. This paper examines the influence and role of private international law theories in the formation and development of connecting factor formulas by analyzing different stages of doctrinal evolution and representative scholarly perspectives. The study aims to provide a theoretical foundation for understanding and applying these formulas.