How unique are terrorist suspects? Investigating similarities and differences between terrorist suspects, their siblings, and other suspects

This article contributes to the debate in terrorism research on how unique terrorist suspects (i.e. individuals suspected of crimes with terrorist intent) actually are and whether or not specific theories are necessary to explain their behavior. Our study compares terrorist suspects from the Netherl...

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Main Author: Thijs, Fabienne (Author)
Contributors: Rodermond, Elanie ; Kleemans, Edward R. 1967- ; van de Weijer, Steve
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2024
In: European journal of criminology
Year: 2024, Volume: 21, Issue: 1, Pages: 52-72
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