100,000 years ago, one of the earliest Homo sapiens outside Africa was stabbed in the face, analysis finds

A newly analyzed fossil—either a skull or jawbone, depending on coverage—shows signs of a sharp, penetrating injury consistent with a stab wound. Researchers describe the trauma as evidence of possible interpersonal violence, though the exact circumstances remain unclear.

Coverage highlights the discovery as the **oldest documented case of violent injury** in early human groups, with some outlets emphasizing its significance at sites linked to early burials. *GreekReporter.com* and *La Brújula Verde* focus on the fossil’s location in Greece, while *Archaeology News Online Magazine* and *Phys.org* stress the jawbone’s implications for social behavior. *Live Science* frames the find as a rare glimpse into prehistoric conflict. Further analysis of the fossil’s context—including associated artifacts or burial practices—could clarify whether the injury resulted from hunting, territorial disputes, or other interactions.

Updates may also refine the timeline, as estimates vary slightly across reports.