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Category: Scientific Perspectives on Crime

  • Michigan Cold Case Cracked by DNA: 1986 Assault Solved

    Michigan cold case cracked by DNA – that’s the headline after 39 years on ice. Summer of ’86, a young woman biking the U.P. gets abducted near a lonely boat launch, assaulted multiple times, then dumped. She reports fast, a sexual-assault kit is collected, detectives grind… and the trail just freezes. For decades the file… →

  • Inside the Criminal Mind: How Profiling Helps Catch Killers

    Psychological profiling, or criminal profiling, isn’t science fiction — it’s a vital investigative tool used by law enforcement agencies across the United States to understand and capture violent offenders. Though not always as flashy as shown on TV, real profiling uses behavioral patterns, crime scene analysis, and statistical models to narrow down suspect lists, anticipate… →

  • Criminal Psychology: What Happens in the Mind of a Criminal?

    Introduction Criminal psychology, the study of the thoughts, intentions, and behaviors of criminals, offers profound insights into the human mind. Understanding what drives individuals to commit crimes not only aids in law enforcement and rehabilitation but also sheds light on broader societal issues. This article explores the psychological underpinnings of criminal behavior, backed by research,… →