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criminal behavior

Cops and Cash: The Millionaire State Troopers

January 4, 2026

The Massachusetts State Police have a reputation for high earnings, even when their behavior is questionable. Captain Thomas McCarthy, once the highest-paid state trooper, saw his income drop significantly last year. Despite this, he still made over $276, 000. This raises questions about accountabil

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How Criminals Choke the Life Out of Their Victims

March 21, 2025

Strangulation is a brutal and often misunderstood way of committing murder. It is important to understand the different types of people who commit these crimes. It is also important to understand the situations that lead to these murders. This is because it can help the police catch the criminals

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Mental Health and Crime: Do Community Treatment Orders Make a Difference?

February 20, 2025

People with mental health issues have sometimes been linked to violent acts and other crimes. This has led to questions about how well community treatment orders (CTOs) work in managing these behaviors. CTOs are legal orders that require individuals to receive treatment in the community rather than

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Who's Causing Chaos in Prisons?

January 18, 2025

Did you know that in prisons across the U. S. , a small group of inmates is responsible for most of the trouble? According to a recent study, around 20% of prisoners cause about 90% of all rule breakings and write-ups. This is similar to the 80/20 rule, where 80% of outcomes come from just 20% of in

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Crime and Substance Abuse: How Violence Impacts Life Expectancy

December 23, 2024

Imagine you're walking down a dark alley. You might think about crime and how it can hurt people. But have you ever thought about how it can affect a person's lifespan? This study took a closer look at this topic, specifically for people with substance use problems. They wanted to know if violent cr