Child Homicide: Comparing Data Sources

• In Event: Posters I

Abstract

This current study examines child murder by exploring victim, offender, and contextual characteristics. The data is limited to children who were under the age of five when murdered. Secondary data from multiple databases were obtained to compare similarities and differences for child homicide for the years 2005-2014. This study aims to increase our understanding of child murder and may help guide policy makers, law enforcement personnel, and any other individuals who are concerned with areas where there are varying degrees of risk for child homicide.

Authors

• Melissa Tetzlaff-Bemiller, University of Memphis

• Greg S. Weaver, Auburn University