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Newborn kidnapping by cesarean section.

Ann W Burgess1, Timothy Baker, Cathy Nahirny

  • 1Boston College School of Nursing, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467, USA.

Journal of Forensic Sciences
|July 26, 2002
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Cesarean section homicide is a rare but distinct form of infant abduction, identified in 20% of cases studied. These crimes often involve deception and a desire to fulfill a fantasy of childbirth.

Area of Science:

  • Forensic Psychology
  • Criminology
  • Medical Ethics

Background:

  • Infant abductions are a serious concern, with a subset involving violent criminal acts.
  • Understanding the motivations and methods behind these crimes is crucial for prevention and intervention.

Observation:

  • A study of 199 infant abductions (1983-2000) identified 30 violent cases.
  • Six of these violent cases (20%) involved kidnapping via cesarean section.
  • These cesarean section abductions were categorized as personal cause homicide (4), domestic homicide (1), and criminal enterprise homicide (1).

Findings:

  • Abductors exhibited confidence tactics, deception, and meticulous planning of the cesarean section procedure.
  • Forensic psychodynamics suggest dual motives: reinforcing a failing relationship and fulfilling a fantasy of pregnancy and delivery.

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  • Cesarean section homicide represents a novel classification within personal cause homicides.

    • Implications:

    • This research highlights a new pattern of violent crime, necessitating updated forensic and legal frameworks.
    • Recognizing the specific psychodynamics of cesarean section homicide can aid in profiling and risk assessment.
    • The findings underscore the complex interplay of psychological factors and criminal behavior in extreme cases of infant abduction.