162 years ago there were lots of killings, scalp taking, and horrific mutilation by all sides during the Indian wars. After the battle of the Little Bighorn, squaws emasculated members of the 7th cavalry, along with removing heads hands & feet.
And that was ONLY 132 years ago.
Other examples are legion! As an old west buff, I see your example as common throughout the wild territories into the 1890s at wounded knee