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Child homicide.

Mairead Dolan1, Olivia Guly, Peter Woods

  • 1Neuroscience and Psychiatry Unit, University of Manchester, Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health Services of Salford.

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|May 14, 2003
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This study examined 64 child homicides in Yorkshire, finding perpetrators were often young men with unstable relationships. Fathers were frequent offenders, and infants under six months faced the highest risk.

Area of Science:

  • Forensic Psychology
  • Criminology
  • Child Development

Background:

  • Child homicide remains a significant concern.
  • Understanding perpetrator and victim characteristics is crucial for prevention.
  • Previous studies have varied in scope and geographical focus.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To retrospectively analyze child homicide cases in the Yorkshire region between 1967 and 1988.
  • To identify characteristics of perpetrators and victims under 16.
  • To examine the relationship between victim and accused, and the circumstances of the offense.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective case review of 64 child homicides.
  • Analysis of perpetrator demographics, psychiatric history, criminal records, and relationship to victim.

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  • Examination of victim age, relationship to perpetrator, and cause of death.

    • Main Results:

    • Perpetrators were typically young men with unstable relationships; one-third had psychiatric contact or self-harm history.
    • Fathers or surrogate fathers constituted nearly two-thirds of accused.
    • Infants under six months were most at risk; physical beatings were the primary cause of death.

    Conclusions:

    • Child homicide perpetrators often exhibit specific demographic and psychosocial factors.
    • The findings highlight the vulnerability of very young children and the role of domestic factors.
    • Increased alcohol consumption was noted as a common factor during offenses.