Localized Homicide Patterns and Prevention Strategies: A Comparison of Five Project Safe Neighborhood Sites

• NCJ Number: 232687
• Journal: Victims & Offenders Volume: 5 Issue: 1 Dated: January 2010 Pages: 45-63
• Author(s): Jeremy M. Wilson; John M. MacDonald; George E. Tita
• Date Published: January 2010
• Length: 19 pages
• Grant Number(s): 2003-GP-CX-0001; 2003-GP-CX-0178
• Sponsoring Agency: Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)
• Publication Format: Article
• Publication Type: Research (Applied/Empirical)
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America

Annotation

This study examined the relationship between homicide rates and homicide prevention initiatives in five communities.

Abstract

Research has produced a wealth of knowledge on the victims, offenders, and circumstances of homicide incidents. This research, however, is seldom tied to community-based homicide prevention initiatives. This article compares patterns of homicide across five Project Safe Neighborhood sites and presents an example of how homicide characteristics in local communities can be tied to specific local prevention strategies. Finally, the article concludes with a discussion of how homicide research can provide the first step in developing community-based, data-driven violence prevention programs. Tables and references (Published Abstract)