Would think it'd more likely bend a rod, but imagine it could break a crank too.
Then it could leave little evidence behind other than the break itself.
Perosnally I'd search for a replacement engine first as it may end up being cheaper overall - depending on what your end goal is.
Otherwise I'd strip the block down and have it magnafluxed for stress cracks.
O broken crank can be a pretty serious jolt to the system.
Check your vavle stems and pushrods for straightness too.
If it all checks out, I wouldn't trust any of the major components, I'd bite the bullet and buy a full rebuild kit - new rods and pistons - and obviously find a new crank.
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