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An analysis of spatial patterns in serial rape, arson, and burglary: The utility of the circle theory of environmental range for psychological profiling

Richard N. Kocsis Department of Psychology, University of New England and State Intelligence Group, NSW Police Service, Armidale, NSW, 2351, Australia
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Harvey J. Irwin University of New England
Pages 195-206 | Published online: 01 Sep 2009

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