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Inside an Arsonist's Mind view detail comment email this

This 2003 article explores the psychological profile of arsonists. Topics include intelligence and arson and motivations such as anger, revenge, excitement, and arousal. Also includes a list of "red flags that could identify a possible arsonist-in-the-works," such as "children who start playing with matches or fire as early as age 3." From WebMD.
http://www.webmd.com/mental-health/news/20031029/inside-arsonists-mind
Topics: Crime, Social Science

Last updated Apr 5, 2007


National Church Arson Task Force Report view detail comment email this

June 1997 report of an investigation of arsons, bombings, or attempted bombings at houses of worship since January 1995. The Task Force was formed as a result of a sharp increase in the number of attacks on churches, especially on African American churches in the South. From the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms.
http://www.atf.gov/pub/gen_pub/arsonrpt.htm
Topics: Crime

Last updated Dec 1, 2003


U.S. Fire Administration: Arson view detail comment email this

This site contains publications on arson and abandoned buildings, juvenile arson, church arson, and victims of arson. Also includes a media kit for Arson Awareness Week, held in early May.
http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/fireservice/subjects/arson/
Topics: Crime

Last updated Feb 19, 2007




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