In this study we aimed at demonstrating epidemiological features of stab-wound cases, which was consisted 300 of 5060 total forensic cases and were conclusively reported by Elazığ Forensic Medicine Council during April 1997-July 2000.

It was striking to find that 38.3% and 33% of all cases involved teenager (10-19 years) and young adults (20-29 years), respectively.

High incidences of teenagers facing serious violent attacks like stab-wounds during their early youth period negatively affects individuals when they are in the period of psychosocial devolopment.

Therefore we concluded that there is need for implementation of tighter control of related institutions / organisation and media must be more sensitive towards education of society regarding issue.