SERIAL KILLER MIND

  Crime Classification Manual Part II Chapter 7 B 25 A STANDARD SYSTEM FOR INVESTIGATING AND CLASSIFYING VIOLENT CRIMES SECOND EDITIO N   Because the in- tent of the offender is usually to totally destroy the target of arson, the selected point of origin is that which is most efficient to establish the desired loss—for example, in a structure fire, probable multiple points of origin, and in an inventory fire, centered on or restricted to that portion of the inventory effected.

  Crime Classification Manual Part II Chapter 7 B 24 A STANDARD SYSTEM FOR INVESTIGATING AND CLASSIFYING VIOLENT CRIMES SECOND EDITIO N   The torching of select areas not consistent with the pattern of an accidental fire should also raise suspicion. The point of origin of the fire can be a determining factor.  

  Crime Classification Manual Part II Chapter 7 B 23 A STANDARD SYSTEM FOR INVESTIGATING AND CLASSIFYING VIOLENT CRIMES SECOND EDITIO N   Investigators may observe substitution of lower- quality furniture and clothing and lack of personal effects, such as family pictures and photo albums. A suggestion for the investigator is to count the clothes hangers, especially in the woman’s closet, to see if the subject’s claims of lost belongings match what appears at the crime scene.

  Crime Classification Manual Part II Chapter 7 B 22 A STANDARD SYSTEM FOR INVESTIGATING AND CLASSIFYING VIOLENT CRIMES SECOND EDITIO N Items of value are often removed, especially if a residence is the target. For example, the removal of expensive paintings before the fire may be evidenced by the presence of studs to hold the paintings but no residue of frames presents after the fire.

  Crime Classification Manual Part II Chapter 7 B 21 A STANDARD SYSTEM FOR INVESTIGATING AND CLASSIFYING VIOLENT CRIMES SECOND EDITIO N A lack of forced entry is not infrequent in arson-for-profit cases. Use of incendiary devices is more prevalent than the use of available materials. Such devices are often elaborate—for example, constructed with timing de- vices, electrical timers, initiators, and candles. The remnants of these devices usually can be found at the crime scene.

  Crime Classification Manual Part II Chapter 7 B 20 A STANDARD SYSTEM FOR INVESTIGATING AND CLASSIFYING VIOLENT CRIMES SECOND EDITIO N Because the complete destruction of the target is intended, an excessive use of accelerant and multiple sets are evident. Accelerant trailers may also be found at the crime scene.

  Crime Classification Manual Part II Chapter 7 B 19 A STANDARD SYSTEM FOR INVESTIGATING AND CLASSIFYING VIOLENT CRIMES SECOND EDITIO N Crime Scene Indicators Frequently Noted. This type of arson usually in- volves a well-planned and methodical approach. The crime scene demonstrates a more organized style by containing less physical evidence that would identify the offender and more sophisticated incendiary devices. When a large business is burned, multiple offenders may be involved.