murder typologies

Murder typologies categorize different types of murder based on motives and circumstances. Key categories include: 1. **Premeditated Murder**: Planned in advance, done with intent. 2. **Impassioned Murder**: Occurs in the heat of the moment, often driven by strong emotions like jealousy. 3. **Felony Murder**: Involved in a dangerous crime that results in death, even if unintentional. 4. **Serial Murder**: Killing multiple victims over a period, often with a cooling-off period. 5. **Mass Murder**: Taking multiple lives in a single event, typically at once. Understanding these types helps in analyzing motives and patterns in criminal behavior.