This study analyzes data pertaining to 12 rapes and rape-murders
committed by one male adolescent offender over a 4-year period. All
offenses except the first were committed while the offender was under
psychiatric and probationary supervision. The use or relinquishment of
violence by the offender was found to be dependent on subtle interpersonal
factors. The authors stress the importance of the use of crime scene data
and interviews of patients who have committed sex crimes, the role of
psychological profiles in apprehension of suspects, and the contribution of
law enforcement as a data resource.
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