TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2017//
TI  - Specifying kidnapping for ransom epidemics at the global level: a matched-case control design
JO  - Studies in conflict and terrorism
A1  - Pires, Stephen F.
A1  - Guerette, Rob T.
A1  - Shariati, Auzeen
SP  - 139
EP  - 156
VL  - 40
IS  - 2
N2  - Criminal groups around the world frequently rely on kidnapping for ransom (K&R) to fund and further their cause. Some case studies suggest war torn, fragile, and corrupt countries experience K&R epidemics more often. While such factors may be present in some countries experiencing K&R epidemics, it remains to be seen if these failed state factors are generalizable to all nations. To date, no research has systematically examined the conditions that might facilitate K&R epidemics. This study used a case-control design comparing countries with high rates of K&R (experimental) to countries without a K&R problem (control). <br><br>FINDINGS suggest that problem K&R countries were less secure, less peaceful, and unevenly developed in relation to social and economic indicators. Better understanding of the conditions involving K&R problems offers to improve foresight and the development of effective policy responses.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 1057-610X
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/1057610X.2016.1168656
ID  - ref1
ER  -