Vol. 6, Issue 2, Part A (2024)

This research examines the factors that contribute to murder and sexual assault by examining the specific experiences, attitudes, and motives associated with these crimes. The study uses a qualitative approach to investigate the personal and environmental factors that impact violent behaviours. It also assesses the efficacy of preventative interventions from the viewpoints of both offenders and victims. The research comprises comprehensive interviews with 10-20 persons who have been convicted, as well as an equivalent number of victims. Additionally, it involves conducting focus group discussions with professionals in the field, such as psychologists and social workers. Thematic and narrative analyses are used to detect recurring themes and analyse the tales and experiences reported by participants. The key results indicate that individuals who commit such acts often have psychological characteristics such as Antisocial Personality Disorder and narcissism. Additionally, their profiles are further complicated by drug addiction. Low levels of education, unemployment, and economic instability are other important variables that influence criminal conduct. The motivations for these crimes include aspirations for authority, monetary benefits, and reactions to psychological anguish. The research highlights the need of implementing holistic preventative techniques that target psychological features, socioeconomic situations, and motivational effects in order to decrease the occurrence of violent crimes and promote safer communities.