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“Fresh wounds," said Angua. "But one of them did shoot one of the other in the leg by accident." "I think you'd better put in your report as -self inflicted- wounds while resisting arrest," said Vimes.” quote by Terry Pratchett
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“Fresh wounds," said Angua. "But one of them did shoot one of the other in the leg by accident." "I think you'd better put in your report as -self inflicted- wounds while resisting arrest," said Vimes.”

Terry Pratchett

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A humorous exchange highlighting the absurdity of self‑inflicted injuries and bureaucratic reporting.

In simple terms: Comedy about injuries and police paperwork.

Key Takeaway

Question absurdities in official procedures.

Themes

humor bureaucracy police

Mood

wry satirical

Type

humorous philosophical

When to use this quote

  • law enforcement
  • courtroom
  • media reporting

Key Concepts

satire absurdity

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do authorities label injuries as self‑inflicted?
  • What does this reveal about institutional attitudes?
A Different Perspective

May trivialize serious injury.

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