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Understanding Escalation Through Intimate Partner Homicide Narratives
Katherine Kafonek1, Andrew C Gray2, Karen F Parker2
1Department of Criminology, 14665California State University, Fresno, CA, USA.
Violence Against Women
|December 28, 2021
Summary
Intimate partner homicide (IPH) escalation is complex. Separation and firearm use are key risk factors, highlighting the need for effective risk assessments to prevent lethal violence.
Area of Science:
- Criminology
- Public Health
- Sociology
Background:
- Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant public health issue.
- Understanding escalation pathways from IPV to intimate partner homicide (IPH) is crucial for prevention.
- Existing research often lacks detailed insights into the circumstances preceding lethal events.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the circumstances and themes leading to intimate partner homicide (IPH).
- To identify patterns of escalation in intimate partner violence (IPV).
- To assess the utility of risk assessment tools in preventing IPH.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative analysis of law enforcement reports.
- Analysis of coroner/medical examiner reports from the National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS).
- Thematic identification of factors preceding and surrounding IPH incidents.
Main Results:
- Findings indicate that separation is a critical period for escalation.
- The use of firearms significantly increases the risk of lethality.
- Specific themes and circumstances preceding IPH were identified, supporting risk assessment utility.
Conclusions:
- Risk assessments are valuable tools for identifying escalation in intimate partner violence.
- The complex interplay of factors, especially separation and firearm access, contributes to intimate partner homicide.
- Further research and intervention strategies should focus on these identified risk factors.
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