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The Diffusion of Detriment: Tracking Displacement Using a City-Wide Mixed Methods Approach.
- Source :
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British Journal of Criminology . Jan2020, Vol. 60 Issue 1, p198-218. 21p. - Publication Year :
- 2020
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Abstract
- Crime reduction strategies are often faced with the criticism of crime displacement. Conversely, criminologists find that reductions in crime in one area have a 'diffusion of benefits' to surrounding areas. However, these findings are limited due to a lack of extensive longitudinal data and qualitative data that provide context. We examine a natural experiment in displacement: the removal of a convergence setting in which calls for service immediately declined. However, other areas emerged as problematic and, in some places, crime increased dramatically. Using a qualitatively informed trajectory analysis, we examine whether the removal of a convergence setting results in displacement across the entire city. We discuss the implications for opportunity theories and prevention strategies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00070955
- Volume :
- 60
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- British Journal of Criminology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 141095960
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1093/bjc/azz025