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Rape, serial murder, satanic and ritualistic crimes are considered in this book which provides a practical approach to assessing violent crimes and outlines crime scene elements which offer insight not only into the type of crime involved but also into the type of person who may be involved in committing such a crime. The author combines social and behavioral theory with practical criminology research. He argues that profiling should be used as a forensic tool to compliment a thorough investigation.
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Profiling Violent Crimes, Second Edition contains captivating new additions to the best-selling first edition, including a state-of-the-art overview of the general principles of profiling. Presenting the techniques required to develop a complete sociopsychological profile, authors Ronald M. Holmes and Stephen T. Holmes discuss how to use this important tool as a part of effective investigations. Intriguing case examples and illustrations portray the complexity of deviant personality while maintaining a scientific focus and approach. Augmented by valuable tables and charts, this edition also features extensive updates and new chapters on pedophilia, arson, geoforensic information, and the use of computers in profiling.
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