Spatial Patterns of Robbery at Tourism Sites: A Case Study of the Vieux Carré in New Orleans

This paper looks at the connection between spatial patterns of robbery within the framework of routine activities theory. This theoretical perspective sees robbery (and other crimes) as occurring when three factors converge: suitable targets, motivated offenders and guardianship. The Eighth and part...

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Main Author: Harper, Dee Wood (Author)
Contributors: Khey, David N. ; Nolan, Gwen Moity
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2013
In: American journal of criminal justice
Year: 2013, Volume: 38, Issue: 4, Pages: 589-601
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Keywords:
Tourists
Routine Activity Theory
Robbery
New Orleans
Crime displacement