Ideological Mass Shooters Are More Common in the U.S. South Than Other Regions

Poster Session VI

Keyword: Criminal Justice

Abstract: Our research compared typologies of mass shooters across U.S. regions. Results showed the prevalence of ideological mass shooters varied by region, with more in the U.S. South. Findings suggest that psychosocial factors more common in the South, such as culture of honor, may increase the likelihood of ideological mass shootings.

• Makyla Jones (Presenting Author)
• Ashlee Erickson (Author)
• Kristine Jacquin (Author)