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Rape cases are rising in Sweden, but convictions are falling. This study analyzed rape offender characteristics and locations, finding outdoor rape suspects were more likely to be first-generation immigrants or have prior violent crime convictions.

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  • Criminology
  • Sociology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Rising rape rates and decreasing conviction rates in Sweden necessitate research into offender profiles and crime circumstances.
  • Understanding the characteristics of individuals suspected of rape (rape+) is crucial for developing effective prevention and intervention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify distinct classes of rape+ suspects based on crime location (indoor vs. outdoor).
  • To compare characteristics of suspects involved in indoor versus outdoor rape+ incidents.
  • To examine risk factors associated with outdoor rape+.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized Swedish population-based registers for data from 2007-2017.
  • Included individuals suspected of rape, aggravated rape, attempted rape, or attempted aggravated rape against adult females.
  • Employed Latent Class Analysis to identify suspect classes based on crime location.

Main Results:

  • A total of 19,723 individuals suspected of rape+ were analyzed.
  • The majority of cases (88.8%) involved indoor rape+.
  • First-generation immigrants and suspects with prior violent crime convictions showed higher odds of being involved in outdoor rape+.

Conclusions:

  • Distinct offender classes exist for both indoor and outdoor rape+.
  • Immigration status and history of violent crime are significant factors associated with outdoor rape+.
  • Findings highlight potential disparities and risk factors that warrant further investigation and targeted interventions.