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Homicide clearance in Western Europe.
Marieke Liem1, Karoliina Suonpää, Martti Lehti
1Leiden University, The Netherlands.
European Journal of Criminology
|January 25, 2019
Summary
Homicide clearance rates vary significantly across Finland, the Netherlands, Sweden, and Switzerland, influenced by event and victim characteristics. Understanding these factors is key to improving homicide investigation outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Criminology
- Comparative Criminal Justice
- European Law Enforcement
Background:
- Homicide clearance rates are a key indicator of law enforcement effectiveness.
- Cross-country comparisons are essential for understanding variations in investigative success.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare homicide clearance rates across four West European nations: Finland, the Netherlands, Sweden, and Switzerland.
- To identify factors influencing differences in homicide clearance rates between these countries.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from the European Homicide Monitor (EHM) for homicides occurring between 2009 and 2014.
- Employed uniform definitions and coding schemes for robust cross-country analysis.
- Analyzed event-based and victim-based characteristics impacting clearance likelihood.
Main Results:
- All four countries exhibited low overall homicide rates.
- Homicide clearance rates varied substantially, from 77% in the Netherlands to 98% in Finland.
- Both event and victim characteristics significantly influenced homicide clearance probabilities.
Conclusions:
- Homicide clearance rates are largely determined by the specific types of homicides prevalent in a country.
- Comparative analysis highlights the importance of contextual factors in understanding law enforcement outcomes.
- Further research can refine strategies for improving homicide investigation effectiveness across diverse European settings.
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