Mapping Crime in Its Community Setting : Event Geography Analysis /

Gathering accurate data probably constitutes one of the most important aspects of crime investigation and prevention. How do we put the data to use? How can we improve our methods of handling the information we collect? By describing a project for the development and implementation of a computerized...

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Main Author: Maltz, Michael D.
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Other Authors: Gordon, Andrew C., Friedman, Warren
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : Springer New York, 1991.
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Summary:Gathering accurate data probably constitutes one of the most important aspects of crime investigation and prevention. How do we put the data to use? How can we improve our methods of handling the information we collect? By describing a project for the development and implementation of a computerized crime-mapping system in the Chicago area, this book makes a significant contribution toward a more efficient and intelligent use of crime data to understand and prevent crime in a community setting.
Item Description:Electronic resource.
Physical Description:1 online resource (xxiv, 173 pages 23 illustrations)
ISBN:9781461230427 (electronic bk.)
146123042X (electronic bk.)