Crime statistics

Reasons for why crime might not be recorded:
For crime to be reported police must know about it.
Some victims are unaware of crime (small children)
Some complaints are not answered for more private matter such as domestic violence at a school, college or university.
Some deviators may become victims themselves (Drug dealer get beaten up while selling drugs)
Some crimes may be embarrassing, victims are reluctant to report.
Some crimes may not be reported as victims wants to protect their image.
Why are some crime statistics exaggerated? :
Radical prejudices against a certain group of people.
To cover-up more serious problems such as political treason or scandals (Create a moral panic as a distraction)
Make an example of a crime an where society needs to improve.
To create media impact.
Draws the attention of the police.
Reality is too simple- therefore leading to exaggeration.
To show the police is doing its job
Human error.

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