NCJ Number
240091
Journal
Violence Against Women Volume: 18 Issue: 6 Dated: June 2012 Pages: 662-671
Date Published
June 2012
Length
10 pages
Annotation
The authors of this study focused on murders that are related to intimate partner conflict but involve the killing of a person other than the intimate partner.
Abstract
Using data from the Murder in Britain Study, the authors focus on murders that are related to intimate partner conflict but involve the killing of a person other than the intimate partner. Intimate partner collateral murders (IPCM) include children, allies, and new partners. The findings expand the number and types of murder associated with intimate partner conflict, characterize the three main types of collaterals, compare the childhood and adulthood of the perpetrators of intimate partner murder [IPM] (n = 104) and IPCM (n = 62), and reflect similarities and differences. Various disciplinary approaches are reflected in the research design, data collection, findings, and conclusions. Abstract published by arrangement with Sage Journals.