Crime

Are People Born to be Criminals? A Guide to Criminal Anthropology

by Carolyn

Many news stations feature stories about the victims of criminal activities. Often, you see a tearful woman, asking questions such as “Why were we the victims?” and “Why did he do it?”. The answers to these questions are often unclear, as there are many motives that could potentially cause a person to commit a crime. A field of study, called “criminal anthropology”, attempts to provide a few explanations that could potentially shed light on the reasons behind criminal behavior. What…

Incredible Underground Marijuana Farm is One of The Biggest Weed Busts Ever in Tennessee

by Carolyn

In early 2005, three men lived quietly in Trousdale County, Tennessee. They were polite, if a little bit antisocial, preferring not to spend much time associating with their neighbors, and frequently traveling out of town. They owned a beautiful A-Frame house, complete with an elaborate entrance gate that had an intercom system. From outside, the $1 million dollar house appeared to be the ideal vacation home, with stylish swooping angles and large picture windows. However, this gorgeous house hid a…

The Psychology of Theft – What Causes People to Steal?

by Carolyn

Criminal psychology is a subject that has been covered in thousands of books, articles, studies and media publications. The subject itself is so large, that it’s nearly impossible to cover it in its entirety. However, in relation to home security, understanding some aspects of criminal psychology can help you to protect your home and family against criminals. The motivating factors in many crimes are fairly basic, relying on a certain mindset, or specific circumstances. So, let’s evaluate a much more fundamental question…

3 Famous Spies Who Changed History

by Carolyn

Espionage has been a popular subject for thrilling novels, action-packed movies and even hobbyists who advocate “spy culture”. The history of espionage is quite expansive, dating back thousands of years. Here are three famous accounts of espionage which altered the course of history. 1st Century BC During the reign of Julius Caesar, there were several aristocrats who were unhappy being subjected to Caesar’s rule. These men named themselves the “Liberators”, and began to plot to assassinate Julius Caesar when he…

Do Crime Rates Increase During Hard Economic Times?

by Carolyn

Communities everywhere are seeing an increase in theft or robbery. Some say that these increases in crime are because of poor economic conditions. How is the state of the economy connected to crime rates? Does crime really increase in periods of recession, or is it simply a myth? Signs of a Tough Economy There are several indicating factors that can signal an economic downturn. In most cases, this includes: Decrease in Property Values High Unemployment Rates Stock Market Crash Job…

Crime

Are People Born to be Criminals? A Guide to Criminal Anthropology

Incredible Underground Marijuana Farm is One of The Biggest Weed Busts Ever in Tennessee

The Psychology of Theft – What Causes People to Steal?

3 Famous Spies Who Changed History

Do Crime Rates Increase During Hard Economic Times?

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