Theoretical analysis uncovers how specific religious practices increase vulnerability to predatory crime, indicating need for protection strategies.
Most prior research on religion and crime focuses on predictors of criminal behavior and neglects victimization. Studies of religion and victimization generally examine religion-based hate crimes. We present a theory of religion-based victimization drawing on routine activities theory, emphasizing how particular religious beliefs and practices may increase one’s vulnerability to predatory crime victimization due to opportunity, not hate. We draw on newspaper reports and secondary data to illustrate our theoretical propositions.
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