Understanding Violent Criminals: Insights from the Front Lines of Law Enforcement: Insights from the Front Lines of Law Enforcement

by David J. Thomas

Overview

Violent crime remains a major problem in America: in 2011, there were more than 1.2 million violent crimes committed in the United States. To better grasp the complex reasons behind this disturbing statistic, author David J. Thomas—a police officer and forensic psychologist—conducted an in-depth examination of violent crime to pinpoint why some individuals intentionally inflict pain and suffering upon others. In this book, readers are given access to excerpts from police interviews for each spotlighted crime in the case studies, offering a unique inside look at the true motivations of the criminal. The case studies include examples of arson, crimes against children, gang violence, human trafficking, murder, rape, and robbery. The work also explores the psychology associated with each crime, addresses evidence of corresponding personality types, and delves into victimology.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781440829260
Publisher:	ABC-CLIO, Incorporated
Publication date:	06/19/2014
Series:	Forensic Psychology
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	220
File size:	408 KB

About the Author

David J. Thomas, PhD, LMHC, is associate professor at Florida Gulf Coast University.