Episode: 00254 Released on February 17, 2025 Description: In the second episode of the Research Remix series, Jason and Jamie Roush dive into one of the most debated topics in law enforcement analysis—hotspot policing. They explore the evolution of hotspot strategies, from the Kansas City Preventative Patrol experiment to the Minneapolis police experiments, and discuss a groundbreaking recent study in Dallas.
The discussion breaks down how Dallas implemented a unique 100x100 meter grid-based approach, leveraging both high-visibility policing and offender-focused strategies. Jason and Jamie analyze key takeaways from the study, including the impact of targeted police presence, the concept of diffusion of benefits, and the importance of data documentation for analysts.
Whether you’re a law enforcement analyst, researcher, or just passionate about crime reduction strategies, this episode offers critical insights into how micro-place policing can contribute to citywide crime reduction. Tune in as we examine the research, the results, and what it all means for the future of crime analysis. [Note: Description produced by ChatGPT.]
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Related Links:
Smith, M.R., Tillyer, R., & Tregle, B. (2024). Hots spots policing as part of a city-wide
violent crime reduction strategy: Initial evidence from Dallas. Journal of Criminal Justice,
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcrimjus.2023.102091.
Koper, Christopher S. "Just Enough Police Presence: Reducing Crime and Disorderly
Behavior by Optimizing Patrol Time in Crime Hot Spots." Justice Quarterly , vol. 12,
- 4, 1995, p. 649-672. HeinOnline. https://www.ilsed.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/JustenoughpolicepresenceReducingcrimeanddisorderlybehaviorbyoptimizingpatroltimeincrimehotspots-2.pdf
Buerger, M.E., E.G. Conn and A.J. Petrosino (1995). "Defining the Hot
Spots of Crime': Operationalizing Theoretical Concepts for Field Research." In: J.E. Eck and D. Weisburd (eds.), Crime and Place.
Crime Prevention Studies, vol. 4. Monsey, NY: Criminal Justice
Press. https://popcenter.asu.edu/sites/default/files/library/CrimePrevention/Volume_04/11-Buerger-2.pdf
The George Mason University Center for Evidence-Based Crime Policy Matrix Demonstration Project https://cebcp.org/evidence-based-policing/the-matrix/
Crime Solutions https://crimesolutions.ojp.gov/
The American Society of Evidence-Based Policing https://americansebp.org/
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Contact: jamielroush@gmail.com, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roush-5b399967/
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