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Should the origin of perpetrators and suspects be mentioned in crime reports?

Journal article by Gerhard Vowe on the topic: Origin of offenders in crime reporting

6. February 2023

Content:

It is more controversial than ever how to deal with the naming of the origin of perpetrators and suspects in press relations and crime reporting. The article recommends on a scientific basis a procedure how communicators should decide in individual cases.

Bibliography:

Klimmt, C., Dittrich, A., Brosius, HB., Schmid-Petri, H., Schultz, T. & Vowe, G. (2022). Naming the origin of perpetrators and suspects in crime reporting: A handout for reflection for journalists and communication officers of the security authorities and the judiciary. Publizistik. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11616-022-00765-5