As global temperatures climb, warmer winters in parts of the country may set the scene for higher rates of violent crimes such as assault and robbery, according to a new CIRES study.
When security video was placed in public places, crime decreased at varying degrees. But the most impact was when there are many cameras that are monitored live by the city or law enforcement.
Crime pattern analysis (CPA) is a generic term that covers a wide range of approaches and techniques in the field of crime analysis. CPA looks for crime patterns and trends. Some of these methods and theories used in crime pattern analysis include criminology theories such as Routine Activity Theory, Rational Choice Theory, Repeat Victimization and Crime Pattern Analysis.