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This book offers a comprehensive exploration of homicidal poisoning, highlighting its persistence as a contemporary issue despite common perceptions of it as a relic of the past. With an unknown offender rate for poisoning cases significantly higher than other homicide types, many poisoners operate undetected, often committing serial homicides. The author delves into theoretical frameworks for understanding homicidal poisoning, the types of poisons used, and the profiles of both poisoners and their victims, along with detection and prevention techniques. This work is particularly relevant for students of criminology, criminal justice professionals, and anyone interested in the intricacies of poisoning. It intersects with fields such as toxicology, forensic science, and criminal psychology. Endorsements highlight its scholarly contributions, with experts praising the thorough research and critical insights for law enforcement and forensic professionals. The text effectively connects forensic toxicology with criminology, discussing the motivations behind poisoning, the characteristics of offenders and victims, and the implications for legal proceedings. Overall, it serves as an essential resource for understanding this often-overlooked aspect of criminal behavior.
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Criminology of Homicidal Poisoning, Michael Farrell
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- 2018
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