Steaming (crime)

Steaming, in the context of crime, refers to a method of torture or assault involving scalding a person with hot water or steam. This act causes severe burns and can lead to significant pain, disfigurement, and potential long-term health complications. The severity of the injuries depends on the temperature of the liquid or steam, the duration of exposure, and the area of the body affected. Steaming is considered a particularly brutal and heinous act, and is classified as aggravated assault or torture in many jurisdictions, often carrying severe penalties upon conviction. The intent behind steaming is generally to inflict pain, cause harm, or humiliate the victim. The use of steaming as a method of assault can also indicate a pre-meditated or particularly malicious intent on the part of the perpetrator.