The Elderly as Victims of Crime, Abuse, and Neglect

Author: Marianne Pinkerton James Publisher: Australian Institute of Criminology Publication: Trends and Issues in Crime and Criminal Justice, no.37 Document Date:                  June 01, 1992 Category: Crime And Violence > Elder Abuse Related Categories: Crime And Violence > Crime Crime And Violence > Violence   This paper discusses crimes against the elderly, including theft, fraud, neglect, and psychological, economic and physical abuse. It also examines the fears faced by elderly people concerning victimisation and crimes towards their person.   Click to read this article... (PDF) Send us feedback on this article Bookmark this link