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  • Intimate partner homicide (IPH) is a major global public health issue, disproportionately impacting females.
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Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the incidence, trends, and characteristics of intimate partner homicides in Denmark between 1992 and 2016.
  • To examine sex-based differences in victim demographics and homicide methods.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of official homicide data in Denmark from 1992-2016.
  • Categorization of homicides as intimate partner homicides based on victim-offender relationship.
  • Statistical analysis of victim demographics, homicide rates, and methods, stratified by victim sex.

Main Results:

  • Intimate partner homicides constituted 26.5% of all homicides in Denmark (1992-2016).
  • The annual IPH rate was 0.28 per 100,000, with female victims experiencing higher rates (0.44) than male victims (0.12).
  • Female victims were disproportionately represented (79.3%) and faced more varied killing methods and more severe injuries.

Conclusions:

  • Intimate partner homicide remains a significant concern in Denmark, particularly for females.
  • While IPH rates declined, they did so at a slower pace compared to other homicide types.
  • Distinct patterns in victim demographics and homicide characteristics necessitate sex-specific prevention and intervention efforts.