Examine the components of routine activity theory

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Purpose: To apply the Routine Activities Theory to a real case study

The murder of Jeffrey Curley was one that polarized the nation. It was a sad story of a sadistic nature that examines the deviant behavior of sex offenders, but also the vulnerability of children. Women and children are statistically the most vulnerable group to crimes. Why? The routine activity theory gives us some insight into this process. For this assignment, you will examine the case study of Jeffrey Curley and apply it to the Routine Activities Theory. This paper is 2-3 pages with citations, in APA format (Times new roman, 12 pt font, double spaced)

Tasks:

Introduce the case study of Jeffrey Curley: Identify Jeffrey Curley, the two suspects, and the crime that occurred.

Write about the suspects. Who were they? Did they have a criminal history? Could the police have seen them as sexual deviants?

Explain what the Rational Choice Theory is?

Apply the Rational Choice Theory to the case of Jeffrey Curley? Was he without a 1. Suitable guardian 2. Were there likely offenders? 3. Was Jeffrey a suitable target? Why do you think he was or was not? (Examine the family and the circumstances of his kidnapping).

Conclusion: wrap up your thoughts.

Assignment I:
Assess the story of Jeffrey Curley. It is a story we can use to examine the components of routine activity theory. How do you think the murder of Jeffrey Curley exemplifies this theory? Was Jeffrey Curley a suitable target? How?

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