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Indian Serial Killers: A Quantitative Study of Offender Profiles (1997-2025)
S A Deepak1, S Anukrishna1, Thakur Honey1
1National Forensic Sciences University, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India.
Summary
This study profiles serial killers in India, finding similarities to global patterns but also unique cultural characteristics. It analyzed 132 cases from 1997-2025, offering new insights into Indian criminal behavior.
Area of Science:
- Criminology
- Forensic Psychology
- Sociology
Background:
- Existing serial killer research is predominantly Western-centric.
- Limited data exists on serial homicide in non-Western, high-population countries like India.
Purpose of the Study:
- To profile serial killers within the Indian context.
- To identify unique patterns of serial homicide in India.
- To address the gap in culturally diverse serial killer research.
Main Methods:
- Exploratory descriptive research design.
- Analysis of 132 serial killer cases (1997-2025).
- Quantitative methods including spatial analysis, socio-economic factors, criminal history, and victim counts.
Main Results:
- Findings largely align with existing international serial killer profiles.
- Identified specific patterns unique to the Indian socio-cultural context.
- Data derived from a comprehensive database of primary and secondary sources.
Conclusions:
- Serial killer profiles show both universal and context-specific traits.
- Highlights the need for culturally sensitive approaches in serial homicide research.
- Provides a foundational dataset for future studies on Indian serial offenders.
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