A Descriptive Analysis of Fatal and Non-Fatal Shootings in Kansas City, Missouri, from 2015-2020
Date
2023Metadata
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Firearm usage in homicides has become a significant concern within the United States. While our understanding of what elements comprises a firearm-based homicide is well studied, what is not is the characteristics, and even context of non-fatal shootings happen. Both elements comprise an understanding of victims' and suspects' characteristics when examining gun violence on a greater scope. This study utilizes police records to conduct a descriptive analysis of fatal and non-fatal firearm incidents within six years.
Table of Contents
Introduction -- Literature review -- Methodology -- Results -- Discussion
Degree
M.S. (Master of Science)